The Philosophy of the Inductive Sciences: Volume 2: Founded Upon Their History

"The Philosophy of the Inductive Sciences: Volume 2: Founded Upon Their History" represents a continuation of William Whewell's comprehensive examination of the principles and methods of the inductive sciences, first published in 1840. In this seminal work, Whewell delves deeper into the historical context of scientific inquiry, exploring the evolution of scientific ideas and methodologies across various disciplines.

Building upon the foundation established in Volume 1, Whewell continues to analyze the historical development of scientific knowledge, drawing upon a diverse range of examples from physics, chemistry, biology, and other fields. Through meticulous scholarship and rigorous analysis, he elucidates the principles underlying the inductive method, examining how scientists have employed observation, experimentation, and reasoning to advance our understanding of the natural world.

Product Details:

• ISBN: 1108064035
• EAN: 9781108064033
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
  
• Binding: Paperback
• Copyright Date: 2014
• Pub Date: January 02, 2014
• Physical Info: 3.38 cms H x 21.59 cms L x 13.97 cms W (0.75 kgs), 598 pages