Science Meets Philosophy Taylor & Francis Ltd

The book is an attempt to bring together what are often seen as incommensurable scientific and philosophical positions. Taking a historical perspective, the book traces the divides in science back to three main philosophical traditions: realism, idealism, and scepticism. The book is intended for a general audience concerned with today’s debates on scientific knowledge and society. It will be useful for students and researchers studying philosophy of science, sociology of scientific knowledge, ...