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The Scientific Image (Clarendon Library Of Logic And Philosophy) - Softcover

Book 4 of 8: Clarendon Library of Logic and Philosophy

Van Fraassen, Bas.

 
9780198244271: The Scientific Image (Clarendon Library Of Logic And Philosophy)

Synopsis

In this book Van Fraassen develops an alternative to scientific realism by constructing and evaluating three mutually reinforcing theories.

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The Aim of 'The Scientific Image' is to develop an empiricist alternative to both logical positivism and scientific realism. The book presents three mutually supporting theories concerning science. The presentation of these three theses is preceded by two chapters which provide an informal introduction to current in the philosophy of science, particularly concerning scientific realism.

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