Current Controversies in Values and Science

Download or read book Current Controversies in Values and Science written by Kevin C. Elliott and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2017-03-27 with total page 197 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Current Controversies in Values and Science asks ten philosophers to debate five questions (two philosophers per debate) that are driving contemporary work in this important area of philosophy of science. The book is perfect for the advanced student, building up her knowledge of the foundations of the field while also engaging its most cutting-edge questions. Introductions and annotated bibliographies for each debate, preliminary descriptions of each chapter, study questions, and a supplemental guide to further controversies involving values in science help provide clearer and richer snapshots of active controversies for all readers.