ABSTRACT
The 67 chapters of this book describe and analyse the development of Western science from 1500 to the present day. Divided into two major sections - 'The Study of the History of Science' and 'Selected Writings in the History of Science' - the volume describes the methods and problems of research in the field and then applies these techniques to a wide range of fields.
Areas covered include:
* the Copernican Revolution
* Genetics
* Science and Imperialism
* the History of Anthropology
* Science and Religion
* Magic and Science.
The companion is an indispensable resource for students and professionals in History, Philosophy, Sociology and the Sciences as well as the History of Science. It will also appeal to the general reader interested in an introduction to the subject.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
part I|195 pages
section Section IA|71 pages
History of Science in Relation to Neighbouring Disciplines
section Section IB|49 pages
Analytical Perspectives
section Section IC|71 pages
Philosophical Problems
part II|847 pages
Selected Writings in the History of Science
section Section IIA|355 pages
Turning Points
section Section IIB|206 pages
Topics and Interpretations
section Section IIC|281 pages
Themes