Understanding, Explanation, and Scientific Knowledge

Understanding, Explanation, and Scientific Knowledge
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Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Total Pages : 265
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ISBN-10 : 9781107195639
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Download or read book Understanding, Explanation, and Scientific Knowledge written by Kareem Khalifa and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2017-10-05 with total page 265 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first comprehensive exploration of the nature and value of understanding, addressing burgeoning debates in epistemology and philosophy of science.


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