Dictionary of the History of Science (Princeton Legacy Library)
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Book Overview
For readers interested in the development of major scientific concepts and the role of science in the western world, here is the first conceptually organized historical dictionary of scientific thought. The purpose of the dictionary is to illuminate this history by providing a concise, single volume reference book of short historical accounts of the important themes, ideas, and discoveries of science. Its conceptual approach differentiates the dictionary from previous reference works such as books of scientific biography and makes it a convenient manual both for the general reader and for scientists interested in the origin of concepts in their own and other scientific fields. Originally published in 1982. The Princeton Legacy Library uses the latest print-on-demand technology to again make available previously out-of-print books from the distinguished backlist of Princeton University Press. These editions preserve the original texts of these important books while presenting them in durable paperback and hardcover editions. The goal of the Princeton Legacy Library is to vastly increase access to the rich scholarly heritage found in the thousands of books published by Princeton University Press since its founding in 1905.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0691082871
ISBN13:9780691082875
Release Date:January 1982
Publisher:Princeton University Press
Length:494 Pages
Weight:2.10 lbs.
Dimensions:9.8" x 1.5" x 6.5"
Customer Reviews
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A keeper
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 19 years ago
Fine reference with long enough articles to engage but not overwhelm. Three well- qualified authors, including the late Roy Porter (historian of medicine & culture) combine efforts. Philosophy & social sciences included, e.g. "phenomenology" and "psychotherapy" and "soul." Biographical index briefly identifies hundreds of scientists, philosophers and historians. Now 25 years old but still valuable.
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