The Logic of Scientific Discovery by Karl Popper (English) Paperback Book

Description: The Logic of Scientific Discovery by Karl Popper First published in English in 1959, Karl Poppers "The Logic of Scientific Discovery" revolutionized contemporary thinking about science and knowledge and is one of the most widely read books about science written in the 20th century. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Described by the philosopher A.J. Ayer as a work of great originality and power, this book revolutionized contemporary thinking on science and knowledge. Ideas such as the now legendary doctrine of falsificationism electrified the scientific community, influencing even working scientists, as well as post-war philosophy. This astonishing work ranks alongside The Open Society and Its Enemies as one of Poppers most enduring books and contains insights and arguments that demand to be read to this day. Back Cover Described by the philosopher A.J. Ayer as a work of great originality and power, this book revolutionized contemporary thinking on science and knowledge. Ideas such as Author Biography Karl Popper Table of Contents PART I Introduction to the Logic of Science 1 A Survey of Some Fundamental Problems 2 On the Problem of a Theory of Scientific Method PART II Some Structural Components of a Theory of Experience 3 Theories 4 Falsifiability 5 The Problem of the Empirical Basis 6 Degrees of Testability 7 Simplicity 41 Elimination of the Aesthetic and the Pragmatic Concepts of Simplicity 8 Probability 9 Some Observations on Quantum Theory 10 Corroboration, or How a Theory Stands up to Tests Review One of the most important documents of the twentieth century. -- Peter Medawar, New Scientist Review Quote One of the most important documents of the twentieth century. Details ISBN0415278449 Author Karl Popper Short Title LOGIC OF SCIENTIFIC DISCOVERY Language English ISBN-10 0415278449 ISBN-13 9780415278447 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 530.01 Year 2002 Series Routledge Classics Imprint Routledge Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Translated from German Illustrations facsimiles Edition 2nd Residence IT Birth 1902 Death 1994 Pages 544 DOI 10.1604/9780415278447 UK Release Date 2002-02-21 AU Release Date 2002-02-21 NZ Release Date 2002-02-21 Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd Edition Description 2nd edition Publication Date 2002-02-21 Alternative 9780367678654 Replaces 9780415078924 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:117665383;

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