Philosophy & Social Aspects 6

This volume provides a broad perspective on the state of the art in the philosophy and conceptual foundations of quantum mechanics. Its essays take their starting point in the work and influence of ……続きを見る

In "Curiosities of Science, Past and Present," John Timbs embarks on a fascinating exploration of the oddities and wonders that populate the landscape of scientific inquiry. The book employs a narra……続きを見る

In "Aphorisms and Reflections from the works of T. H. Huxley," the reader is invited into the profound thoughts of one of the foremost thinkers of the 19th century. Huxley, known as 'Darwin's Bulldo……続きを見る

In "On the Relations of Man to the Lower Animals," Thomas Henry Huxley meticulously examines the complex interconnections between humankind and the animal kingdom, proposing that the distinctions of……続きを見る

Despre necesitatea şi utilitatea dezvoltării unei filosofii specifice tehnologiei blockchain, accentuând pe aspectele ontologice. După o Introducere în care evidenţiez principalele direcţii filosofi……続きを見る

This innovative collection showcases the importance of the relationship between translation and experience in premodern science, bringing together an interdisciplinary group of scholars to offer a n……続きを見る

This open access book addresses the physical phenomenon of events that seem to occur spontaneously and without any known cause. These are to be contrasted with events that happen in a (pre-)determin……続きを見る

In "Pioneers of Evolution from Thales to Huxley," Edward Clodd meticulously chronicles the evolution of evolutionary thought from ancient philosophers to the influential figures of the 19th century.……続きを見る

In "New Atlantis," Francis Bacon presents an ambitious utopian vision that merges scientific inquiry with societal reformation. Set on an imaginary island, the book explores themes of knowledge, gov……続きを見る

In "Novum Organum; Or, True Suggestions for the Interpretation of Nature," Francis Bacon embarks on a revolutionary exploration of scientific methodology. Written in the early 17th century, this sem……続きを見る

In "Evolution of Life and Form," Annie Besant delves into the intricate relationship between physical existence and the spiritual essence of humanity. She adeptly synthesizes scientific inquiry with……続きを見る

In "The Foundations of Science: Science and Hypothesis, The Value of Science, Science and Method," Henri Poincaré embarks on a meticulous exploration of the philosophy of science, examining the inte……続きを見る

In "A Catechism of Familiar Things," the anonymous author crafts an innovative exploration of the natural world, presenting a wealth of knowledge about everyday objects and phenomena. Utilizing a di……続きを見る

In "Falling in Love; With Other Essays on More Exact Branches of Science," Grant Allen masterfully intertwines the realms of romance and scientific inquiry, presenting essays that explore emotional ……続きを見る

This book consists of eleven new essays that provide new insights into classical and contemporary issues surrounding free will and human agency. They investigate topics such as the nature of practic……続きを見る

In "Reflections on the Decline of Science in England, and on Some of Its Causes," Charles Babbage presents a riveting analysis of the stagnation of scientific progress during the early 19th century ……続きを見る

In "Popular Scientific Lectures," Ernst Mach presents a collection of insightful essays that distill complex scientific concepts into accessible language, reflecting his dedication to promoting scie……続きを見る

In "The Evolution of Man Scientifically Disproved in 50 Arguments," William A. Williams challenges the widely accepted theory of evolution through a structured presentation of his arguments. Utilizi……続きを見る

In "An Introduction to the History of Science," Walter Libby offers a comprehensive exploration of the evolution of scientific thought and practice from antiquity to modern times. The book is charac……続きを見る

'A fascinating exposé of the world behind your screen. Timely, often disturbing, and so important' Caroline Criado Perez, author of Invisible Women 'Takes us beyond Zuckerberg, Bezos et al to a murk……続きを見る

2020 Choice Outstanding Academic Title The moving bodyーpervasively occupied by fitness activities, intense training and dieting regimes, recreational practices, and high-profile sporting mega-event……続きを見る

Introduction to Positive Media Psychology summarizes and synthesizes the key concepts, theories, and empirical findings on the positive emotional, cognitive, and behavioral effects of media use. In ……続きを見る

A longstanding question at the intersection of science, philosophy, and theology is how God might act, or not, when governing the universe. Many believe that determinism would prevent God from actin……続きを見る

This open access book helps readers combine history, politics, and ethics to address the most pressing problem facing the world today: environmental survival. In A Climate of Justice, Marvin Brown c……続きを見る

**"If you’re going to read one book on artificial intelligence, this is the one." ーStephen Marche, New York Times A jaw-dropping exploration of everything that goes wrong when we build AI systems a……続きを見る

Cognition Switch: An Artefact for the Transmission of New Ideas Issue #6: June 2019 Featuring Ideas by: Alex O’Brien, Hayley Birch, Catherine de Lange, Carl Zimmer, Moheb Costandi, Virginia Gewin, E……続きを見る

The logician Kurt Gödel (1906–1978) published a paper in 1931 formulating what have come to be known as his 'incompleteness theorems', which prove, among other things, that within any formal system ……続きを見る

La Science contre l'idéologie politique Avec cet ouvrage, Julien Dumont déconstruit le tract d'Etienne Klein "Je ne suis pas médecin, mais ..." . Au travers d'un style clair et non convenu, il parvi……続きを見る

Why psychology is in peril as a scientific disciplineーand how to save it Psychological science has made extraordinary discoveries about the human mind, but can we trust everything its practitioners……続きを見る

This edited collection is the first of its kind to explore the view called perspectivism in philosophy of science. The book brings together an array of essays that reflect on the methodological prom……続きを見る