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An introduction to the philosophy of science science and its conceptual foundations series by peter godfrey smith 2003 0801 on. The university of chicago press, chicago 60637 the university of chicago press, ltd. He is currently working on one book about natural selection and another about john dewey. Complexity and the function of mind in nature 1998. University of chicago press, 2003 philosophy 272 pages. Intended for undergraduates and general readers with no prior background in philosophy, theory and reality surveys the main themes in the philosophy of science. Godfrey smith is professor of history and philosophy of science at the university of sydney. The scientific imagination, edited by arnon levy and peter godfreysmith. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1, 2, or 3. In theory and reality, peter godfreysmith addresses these questions by taking the reader on a grand tour of one hundred years of debate about science. An introduction to the philosophy of science paperback aug 1 2003. Theory and reality by peter godfreysmith, 9780226300634, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Start studying theory and reality by peter godfrey smith glossary. In theory and reality, peter godfreysmith addresses these questions by taking the reader on a grand tour of one.
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