The Problem of Relativism in the Sociology of (Scientific) Knowledge

The Problem of Relativism in the Sociology of (Scientific) Knowledge
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Publisher : Walter de Gruyter
Total Pages : 236
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ISBN-10 : 9783110325904
ISBN-13 : 311032590X
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Download or read book The Problem of Relativism in the Sociology of (Scientific) Knowledge written by Richard Schantz and published by Walter de Gruyter. This book was released on 2013-05-02 with total page 236 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume comprises original articles by leading authors – from philosophy as well as sociology – in the debate around relativism in the sociology of (scientific) knowledge. Its aim has been to bring together several threads from the relevant disciplines and to cover the discussion from historical and systematic points of view. Among the contributors are Maria Baghramian, Barry Barnes, Martin Endreß, Hubert Knoblauch, Richard Schantz and Harvey Siegel.


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