Description
This classic work in the philosophy of physical science is an incisive and readable account of the scientific method. Pierre Duhem was one of the great figures in French science, a devoted teacher, and a distinguished scholar of the history and philosophy of science. This book represents his most mature thought on a wide range of topics.
Author: Pierre Maurice Marie Duhem
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Published: 07/29/1991
Pages: 344
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.10lbs
Size: 8.70h x 5.38w x 0.94d
ISBN13: 9780691025247
ISBN10: 069102524X
BISAC Categories:
- Science | Philosophy & Social Aspects
- Science | Physics | General
- Science | History
About the Author
Pierre Duhem (1861-1916) is best known in science for his work in thermodynamics and in history of science for his treatment of the Middle Ages. He was Professor of Physics at the University of Bordeaux