Worldviews av Richard (Fairfield University) DeWitt

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<p><b>Winner of the 2018 Choice Award for Outstanding Academic Title!</b><br/><br/>PRAISE FOR PREVIOUS EDITIONS</p><p>"This is a brilliantly clear introduction (and indeed reframing) of the history and philosophy of science in terms of worldviews and their elements¿. In addition, the book is incredibly well-informed from both a scientific and philosophical angle. Highly recommended."<br/><i>Scientific and Medical Network</i></p><p>"Unlike many other introductions to philosophy of science, DeWitt''s book is at once historically informative and philosophically thorough and rigorous. Chapter notes, suggested readings, and references enhance its value."<br/><i>Choice</i></p><p>"Written in clear and comprehensible prose and supplemented by effective diagrams and examples, <i>Worldviews</i> is an ideal text for anyone new to the history and philosophy of science. As the reader will come to find out, DeWitt is a gifted writer with the unique ability to break down complex and technical con