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Biological Classification: A Philosophical Introduction (Cambridge Introductions to Philosophy and Biology)
Richard A. Richards
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Description for Biological Classification: A Philosophical Introduction (Cambridge Introductions to Philosophy and Biology)
paperback. This book is a comprehensive introduction to the philosophical foundations and development of modern biological classification. Series: Cambridge Introductions to Philosophy and Biology. Num Pages: 310 pages, 13 b/w illus. BIC Classification: PSA; PSAB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 177 x 247 x 19. Weight in Grams: 632.
Modern biological classification is based on the system developed by Linnaeus, and interpreted by Darwin as representing the tree of life. But despite its widespread acceptance, the evolutionary interpretation has some problems and limitations. This comprehensive book provides a single resource for understanding all the main philosophical issues and controversies about biological classification. It surveys the history of biological classification from Aristotle to contemporary phylogenetics and shows how modern biological classification has developed and changed over time. Readers will also be able to see how biological classification is in part a consequence of human psychology, language development and culture. The ... Read more
Modern biological classification is based on the system developed by Linnaeus, and interpreted by Darwin as representing the tree of life. But despite its widespread acceptance, the evolutionary interpretation has some problems and limitations. This comprehensive book provides a single resource for understanding all the main philosophical issues and controversies about biological classification. It surveys the history of biological classification from Aristotle to contemporary phylogenetics and shows how modern biological classification has developed and changed over time. Readers will also be able to see how biological classification is in part a consequence of human psychology, language development and culture. The ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Series
Cambridge Introductions to Philosophy and Biology
Condition
New
Number of Pages
310
Place of Publication
Cambridge, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781107687844
SKU
V9781107687844
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About Richard A. Richards
Richard A. Richards is Professor of Philosophy at the University of Alabama. His publications include The Species Problem (Cambridge, 2010) and many journal articles.
Reviews for Biological Classification: A Philosophical Introduction (Cambridge Introductions to Philosophy and Biology)
'... an excellent work in the contemporary philosophy of biology ...' CHOICE 'Richards' book offers the balanced, veteran synopticism one expects from an introduction, but also some bright surprises.' Phillip Honenberger, Metascience 'Though many have dismissed biological classification as mere stamp collecting, Richards' introduction shows that it is an important and philosophically demanding area of science. This work is valuable ... Read more