In this compelling work, the distinguished French scientist Georges Mallet presents a chronological account of the major scientific discoveries of the past three millennia, guiding readers through the development of theories explaining the lead-up to the Big Bang and exploring alternative explanations to the creation of the universe.
In this compelling work, the distinguished French scientist Georges Mallet presents a chronological account of the major scientific discoveries of the past three millennia, guiding readers through the development of theories explaining the lead-up to the Big Bang and exploring alternative explanations to the creation of the universe.
This book draws upon a wealth of archival material to present the life and achievements of Pietro Blaserna, a "e;gentleman scientist"e; whose greatest legacy is considered to be the Institute of Physics on the Via Panisperna in Rome, of which he was the creator and first director.
This book examines phenomenal conservatism, one of the most influential and promising internalist conceptions of non-inferential justification debated in current epistemology and philosophy of mind.
Dieses Sachbuch stellt in prägnanter Form die Entwicklung und den Wissensstand der drei Gebiete Philosophie, Physik und Technik dar und will zum multidisziplinären Verständnis der Welt beitragen.
"Baptisés et envoyés": Le thème du Mois Missionnaire Extraordinaire souhaité par le pape sud-américain pour l'ensemble de l'Église catholique (octobre 2019) sert de fil conducteur aux réflexions de l'ouvrage, issu du 11ème "Forum Fribourg Église dans le monde" tenu à cette occasion à l'Université helvétique.
This is a collection of high-quality research papers in the philosophy of science, deriving from papers presented at the second meeting of the European Philosophy of Science Association in Amsterdam, October 2009.
Candide is the story of a gentle man who, though pummeled and slapped in every direction by fate, clings desperately to the belief that he lives in "e;the best of all possible worlds.
Buscar la verdad, y buscarla interdisciplinarmente, porque lo que está en juego en las comunidades universitarias no es sólo una categoría de «excelencia» medible cuantitativamente, sino la vida humana y su dignidad, es el «camino» que como legado nos ha dejado a todos la amigable presencia y el trabajo intelectual de Camino Cañón Loyes.
Das Buch Der moderne Tantra Pfad tut mit Ihnen zusammen die ersten Schritte auf einem Pfad, der, wenn Sie ihm folgen, Sie in ein bewussteres, glücklicheres Leben führen kann und wird.
Este libro ya clásico, manual de miles de estudiantes a lo largo de varias décadas, responde con brevedad y sencillez a varias preguntas que en mayor o menor medida nos interesan a todos.
How animals conceive of death and dyingand what it can teach us about our own relationships with mortalityWhen the opossum feels threatened, she becomes paralyzed.
This book explores Pierre Bourdieu's philosophy and sociology of science, which, though central to his thought, have been largely neglected in critical examinations of his work.
This book explores Pierre Bourdieu's philosophy and sociology of science, which, though central to his thought, have been largely neglected in critical examinations of his work.
'A delight' Dara O Briain'A witty, smart writer who has a great talent' Bill Gates'A winning blend of education and anecdote' Clive Cookson, FTWhy are most gases invisible, odourless and tasteless?
This updated and augmented third edition of this landmark encyclopedia contains approximately 1000 entries dealing in depth with the history of the scientific, technological and medical accomplishments of cultures outside of the United States and Europe.
An essential introduction to the philosophy of biologyThis is a concise, comprehensive, and accessible introduction to the philosophy of biology written by a leading authority on the subject.
This volume explores various themes at the intersection of archaeology and philosophy: inference and theory; interdisciplinary connections; cognition, language and normativity; and ethical issues.