On Science by Brian Ridley
Can science explain everything? This is a compelling exploration of the scope and limits of science. Essential reading for those interested in how we think about and picture science, where it is now, and where it is going.-
On Stories
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On Belief
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On Humour
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On Cosmopolitanism and Forgiveness
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On the Meaning of Life
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On Humanism
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On Immigration and Refugees
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On Translation
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On Landscapes
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On the Political
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On Evil
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On the Human Condition
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On Criticism
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On Habit
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On the Public
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On Anxiety
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On Literature
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On Personality
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On Film
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On the Internet
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On Cloning
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On Loyalty
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On Privacy
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On Shame
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On Manners
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On Music
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On Obama
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On Delusion
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On Courage
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On Waiting
'Thought-provoking and well-written.. an excellent introduction to a number of important questions residing at that interface where philosophy borders on science, and science becomes philosophical.' - John Casti, Nature
'The great value of this book is that it goes much further and deeper than a mere statement of principle ...' - Jean-Marc Ley-Leblond, Physics World
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| ISBN 13 | 9780415249805 |
| ISBN 10 | 0415249805 |
| Title | On Science |
| Author | Brian Ridley |
| Series | Thinking In Action |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Taylor & Francis Ltd |
| Year published | 2001-05-21 |
| Number of pages | 240 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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