Scientific thought
Scientific thought in context / [electronic resource] :
K. Lee Lerner & Brenda Wilmoth Lerner, editors.
- Detroit, Mich. : Gale, c2009.
- 1 online resource (3 v. (1394 p.)) : ill.
- Gale virtual reference library .
Includes bibliographical references and index.
v. 1.Astronomy and cosmology to biotechnology -- v. 2. Chemistry to science philosophy and practice -- v. 3. Chronology, sources consulted, general index.
Includes original essays written by leading experts in the field, primary source documents that articulate the interrelation of science and society, and sidebars on the cultural, economic, and political issues surrounding scientific thought -- providing insights on leading social issues and exploring the impact of science on society through the ages.
9781414410852 (electronic book)
Science--Philosophy.
Science--Methodology.
Science--Social aspects.
Science and civilization.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
v. 1.Astronomy and cosmology to biotechnology -- v. 2. Chemistry to science philosophy and practice -- v. 3. Chronology, sources consulted, general index.
Includes original essays written by leading experts in the field, primary source documents that articulate the interrelation of science and society, and sidebars on the cultural, economic, and political issues surrounding scientific thought -- providing insights on leading social issues and exploring the impact of science on society through the ages.
9781414410852 (electronic book)
Science--Philosophy.
Science--Methodology.
Science--Social aspects.
Science and civilization.
