Science and the Modern World PDF
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Cover Page: iv Title Page: iv Contents Page: vi Preface Page: viii I. The Origins of Modern Science Page: 1 II. Mathematics as an Element in the History of Thought Page: 19 III. The Century of Genius Page: 39 IV. The Eighteenth Century Page: 57 V. The Romantic Reaction Page: 75 VI. The Nineteenth Century Page: 95 VII. Relativity Page: 113 VIII. The Quantum Theory Page: 129 IX. Science and Philosophy Page: 139 X. Abstraction Page: 157 XI. God Page: 173 XII. Religion and Science Page: 181 XIII. Requisites for Social Progress Page: 193 Index Page: 209 Copyright Page: 212
Description:The famed mathematician and philosopher takes readers on a journey into a new scientific age, exploring topics from relativity to religion. Alfred North Whitehead, one of the great figures in the philosophy of science, wrote this prescient work nearly a century ago. Yet, in an era that has us reckoning with science and technology’s place and meaning in our lives, it remains as relevant as ever. Science and the Modern World puts scientific discovery into historical and cultural context—exploring the effects of science and people on each other. “It is a work not only of the first importance but also of great beauty. . . . Vivid writing.” —Nature
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