The Golden Age of Philosophy of Science 1945 to 2000: Logical Reconstructionism, Descriptivism, Normative Naturalism, and Foundationalism

by John Losee

Book Overview

This book offers the reader a guide to the major philosophical approaches to science since World War Two. Considering the bases, arguments and conclusions of the four main movements - Logical Reconstructionism, Descriptivism, Normative Naturalism and Foundationalism - John Losee explores how philosophy has both shaped and expanded our understanding of science.

The volume features major figures of twentieth century science, and engages with...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1350169137
• ISBN13: 9781350169135
• Release Date: June 2020
• Publisher: Bloomsbury Academic
• Length: 328 Pages
• Weight: 1.01 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.1" x 9.2"