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Science and Scientism in Nineteenth-century Europe

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Description for Science and Scientism in Nineteenth-century Europe Paperback. Num Pages: 368 pages, black & white illustrations, figures. BIC Classification: 1D; 3JH; PDA; PDR; PDX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5969 x 3963 x 585. Weight in Grams: 508.
Exploring the natural scientific foundations of far-reaching social ideologies

The nineteenth century produced scientific and cultural revolutions that forever transformed modern European life. Although these critical developments are often studied independently, Richard G. Olson's Science and Scientism in Nineteenth-Century Europe provides an integrated account of the history of science and its impact on intellectual and social trends of the day. Focusing on the natural scientific foundations underlying liberalism, socialism, positivism, communism, and social Darwinism, Olson explores how these movements employed science to clarify their own understanding of Enlightenment ideals, as well as their understanding of progress, religion, industry, imperialism, and racism. ... Read more

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Product Details

Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
University of Illinois Press United States
Number of pages
368
Condition
New
Number of Pages
368
Place of Publication
Baltimore, United States
ISBN
9780252074332
SKU
V9780252074332
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Reviews for Science and Scientism in Nineteenth-century Europe
"Olson provides another in a series of fine works detailing the social history of science. . . . Masterfully detailed. . . . Highly recommended."
Choice "No brief review can so this book justice. Suffice to say that both the student and seasoned scholar will find his synthesis and insight compelling."
FCS Quarterly "Both the student and seasoned scholar will find his ... Read more

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