Modern Theories of the Universe

Modern Theories of the Universe

Author: Michael J. Crowe

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 1994-01-01

Total Pages: 468

ISBN-13: 9780486278803

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This book provides an introduction to the fundamentals of stellar astronomy, a history of astronomy, and an account of how the science of astronomy challenged traditional philosophical and theological beliefs. Throughout the text are readings from the writings of scientists who contributed most significantly to the development of astronomy.


The Copernican Revolution

The Copernican Revolution

Author: Thomas S. Kuhn

Publisher: Harvard University Press

Published: 1957

Total Pages: 330

ISBN-13: 9780674171039

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An account of the Copernican Revolution, focusing on the significance of the plurality of the revolution which encompassed not only mathematical astronomy, but also conceptual changes in cosmology, physics, philosophy, and religion.


Mechanics from Aristotle to Einstein

Mechanics from Aristotle to Einstein

Author: Michael J. Crowe

Publisher:

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 368

ISBN-13:

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Mechanics, the science of moving bodies and their interactions, is among the finest accomplishments of western civilization. This is the story of development, from the ground-breaking attempts of the Greeks, through the brilliant abstractions of medieval logicians, to the breathtaking achievements of Galileo, Huygens, and Newton, to the dazzling virtuosity of Maxwell and Einstein. Crowe's presentation allows the reader to appreciate this story from the inside, following the thoughts of the original authors in their own words. Ample commentary places these scientific giants in their context and helps modern readers understand the unfamiliar modes of expression of earlier times. In the course of telling the story, this book also provides a practical introduction to mechanics, with sample computations and problems in both classical physics and relativistic kinematics.


Interpreting Kuhn

Interpreting Kuhn

Author: K. Brad Wray

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2021-07-08

Total Pages: 285

ISBN-13: 1108498299

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"One might wonder if there is anything new to say about Thomas Kuhn and his views on science. Scholarship on Kuhn, though, has changed dramatically in the last 20 years. This is so for a number reasons"--


Copernicus, Darwin, and Freud

Copernicus, Darwin, and Freud

Author: Friedel Weinert

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2009-03-12

Total Pages: 296

ISBN-13: 1444304941

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Using Copernicanism, Darwinism, and Freudianism as examples of scientific traditions, Copernicus, Darwin and Freud takes a philosophical look at these three revolutions in thought to illustrate the connections between science and philosophy. Shows how these revolutions in thought lead to philosophical consequences Provides extended case studies of Copernicanism, Darwinism, and Freudianism Integrates the history of science and the philosophy of science like no other text Covers both the philosophy of natural and social science in one volume


Resisting Scientific Realism

Resisting Scientific Realism

Author: K. Brad Wray

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2018-11

Total Pages: 237

ISBN-13: 1108415210

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Provides a spirited defence of anti-realism in philosophy of science. Shows the historical evidence and logical challenges facing scientific realism.


Distribution Theory and Transform Analysis

Distribution Theory and Transform Analysis

Author: A.H. Zemanian

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 1987-01-01

Total Pages: 404

ISBN-13: 0486654796

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This well-known text provides a relatively elementary introduction to distribution theory and describes generalized Fourier and Laplace transformations and their applications to integrodifferential equations, difference equations, and passive systems. Suitable for a graduate course for engineering and science students or for an advanced undergraduate course for mathematics majors. 1965 edition.