A History of Science in Society, Volume II: From the Scientific Revolution to the Present, Third Edition
Ede, Andrew; Cormack, Lesley B.
ISBN 10: 1442635061 ISBN 13: 9781442635067
Published by University of Toronto Press, 2016
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A History of Science in Society is a concise overview that introduces complex ideas in a non-technical fashion. Ede and Cormack trace the history of the changing place of science in society and explore the link between the pursuit of knowledge and the desire to make that knowledge useful. Volume II covers from the Scientific Revolution until the present day.
New topics in this edition include science and the corporate world, the regulation of science and technology, and climate change. New "Connections" features provide in-depth exploration of the ways science and society interconnect. The text is accompanied by 38 colour maps and diagrams, and 4 colour plates highlighting key concepts and events. Essay questions, chapter timelines, a further readings section, and an index provide additional support for students. A companion reader edited by the authors, A History of Science in Society: A Reader, is also available.
About the Authors:
Andrew Ede is an adjunct professor in the Department of History and Sociology at the University of British Columbia Okanagan.
Lesley B. Cormack is Principal and Deputy Vice Chancellor at the University of British Columbia Okanagan.
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Title: A History of Science in Society, Volume II: ...
Publisher: University of Toronto Press
Publication Date: 2016
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Very Good
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