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Science and the Modern World
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Exploring the interplay between science and culture, Whitehead's work emphasizes the importance of understanding scientific discovery within its historical context. He examines how cultural history has influenced modern science, addressing significant themes like romanticism, relativity, quantum theory, and social progress movements. By challenging readers to appreciate the cultural ramifications of scientific advancements, the book offers a profound insight into the evolution of modern thought, making it a pioneering text in its examination of science's role in society.
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Science and the Modern World, Alfred North Whitehead
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- 1997
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- Title
- Science and the Modern World
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Alfred North Whitehead
- Publisher
- Free Press
- Released
- 1997
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 228
- ISBN13
- 9780684836393
- Category
- Philosophy
- Description
- Exploring the interplay between science and culture, Whitehead's work emphasizes the importance of understanding scientific discovery within its historical context. He examines how cultural history has influenced modern science, addressing significant themes like romanticism, relativity, quantum theory, and social progress movements. By challenging readers to appreciate the cultural ramifications of scientific advancements, the book offers a profound insight into the evolution of modern thought, making it a pioneering text in its examination of science's role in society.