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Science: general issues

Hardback. In 1543, Nicolaus Copernicus publicly defended his hypothesis that the earth is a planet and the sun a body resting near the center of a finite universe. This title reframes this pivotal moment in the history of science, centering the story on a conflict over the credibility of astrology that erupted in Italy just as Copernicus arrived in 1496. Num Pages: 704 pages, 72 b/w photographs, 13 line illustrations, 7 tables. BIC Classification: 3JB; PDX; PG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 255 x 190 x 52. Weight in Grams: 1410. Prognostication, Skepticism, and Celestial Order. 704 pages, Illustrations. In 1543, Nicolaus Copernicus publicly defended his hypothesis that the earth is a planet and the sun a body resting near the center of a finite universe. This title reframes this pivotal moment in the history of science, centering the story on a conflict over the credibility of astrology that erupted in Italy just as Copernicus arrived in 1496. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: 3JB; PDX; PG. Dimension: 255 x 190 x 52. Weight: 1410.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
University of California Press
Edition
0th Edition
Number of pages
704
Condition
New
SKU
V9780520254817
ISBN
9780520254817
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 99.85
€ 75.66

Paperback. Num Pages: 90 pages. BIC Classification: ABQ; JKSN1; JNKG; KJS; KJVX; PDK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 153 x 6. Weight in Grams: 201.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Bonus Books Inc United States
Number of pages
90
Condition
New
SKU
V9781566251594
ISBN
9781566251594
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 18.30

Hardcover. Ron Mallon explores how thinking and talking about kinds of person can bring those kinds into being. He considers what normative implications this social constructionism has for our understanding of our practices of representing human kinds, like race, gender, and sexual orientation, and for our own agency. Num Pages: 272 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: HPJ; HPK; JM; PDA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 164 x 241 x 22. Weight in Grams: 572.
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780198755678
ISBN
9780198755678
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 105.21

Paperback. Drawing from the author's experience as a practicing astrophysicist and from the writings of the scholars of religion, philosophy, and mythology, this title locates the connective tissue linking science and religion - their commonality as sacred pursuits - and finds their shared aspiration in pursuit of 'the True and the Real'. Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: PD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 19. Weight in Grams: 428.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
University of California Press United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9780520265868
ISBN
9780520265868
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.99
€ 21.35

Paperback. The author of this text offers a theory of consciousness. He proposes that conscious experience must be understood as an irreducible entity similar to such physical properties as time, mass, and space that exists at a fundamental level and cannot be understood as the sum of its parts. Series: Philosophy of Mind Series. Num Pages: 432 pages, 9 line illustrations, bibliography. BIC Classification: HPM; JMR; PD; PSAN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 149 x 29. Weight in Grams: 566.
Publisher
Oxford University Press Inc
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Edition
New Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780195117899
ISBN
9780195117899
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 28.11

Paperback. An investigation into the minds, motives and methods of con artists by a New York Times bestselling psychologist Num Pages: 352 pages. BIC Classification: PDZ; VSP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 130 x 197 x 24. Weight in Grams: 240.
Publisher
Canongate Books
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Edition
Main
Condition
New
SKU
V9781782113911
ISBN
9781782113911
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 11.54

Paperback. Num Pages: 578 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: HP; PD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 227 x 150 x 36. Weight in Grams: 917.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
University Press of America United States
Number of pages
578
Condition
New
SKU
V9780761813071
ISBN
9780761813071
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 101.23

Hardback. Argues that a reconstruction of scientific laws should give an account of laws relating phenomena to underlying mechanisms generating them, as well as of laws relating this mechanism to its inherent capacities. This book is intended for philosophers of science and philosophers of social science, as well as for natural and social scientists. Series: Boston Studies in the Philosophy and History of Science. Num Pages: 244 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PDA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 516.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
Number of pages
244
Condition
New
SKU
V9780792358527
ISBN
9780792358527
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 127.74

Paperback. This book is an exploration of the fundamental metaphysical problems of substance, space and time. Series: Cambridge Philosophy Classics. Num Pages: 141 pages. BIC Classification: PDA. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 154 x 228 x 14. Weight in Grams: 216.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9781107534315
ISBN
9781107534315
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 26.83

Hardback. In relation to the problems faced, in contemplation and in practical affairs, philosophers must confront the question 'What is knowledge?'. This work deals with problems of knowing and believing, of the kinds and criteria of knowledge, of truth and fallibility, and of the cultural as well as individual factors in cognition. Editor(s): Kucuradi, Ioanna; Cohen, Robert S. Series: Boston Studies in the Philosophy and History of Science. Num Pages: 304 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPK; PDA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 622.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1995
Publisher
Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9780792332411
ISBN
9780792332411
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 193.22

Hardback. The Complex Itinerary of Leibniz's Planetary Theory Series: Science Networks. Historical Studies. Num Pages: 198 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPJ; PBX; PDX; PHDV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 13. Weight in Grams: 467.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Birkhauser Switzerland
Number of pages
198
Condition
New
SKU
V9783319212357
ISBN
9783319212357
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 65.18

Hardback. This text deals with the role of scientific theories in measurement. It addresses the assets and liabilities of theories which display the feature of "completeness", a theory which can be used as its own observation theory. Series: The Western Ontario Series in Philosophy of Science. Num Pages: 278 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PDA; PH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 156 x 17. Weight in Grams: 597.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1993
Publisher
Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
Number of pages
278
Condition
New
SKU
V9780792324751
ISBN
9780792324751
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 192.90

Paperback. Editor(s): Glick, Thomas F. Series: Boston Studies in the Philosophy and History of Science. Num Pages: 423 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HB; PDA; WM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 22. Weight in Grams: 652.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Springer Netherlands
Edition
Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1987
Number of pages
423
Condition
New
SKU
V9789401082235
ISBN
9789401082235
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 239.48

Paperback. Num Pages: 536 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1D; HBJD; PDX; PSAJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 142 x 30. Weight in Grams: 650.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1988
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Number of pages
536
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226299778
ISBN
9780226299778
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 59.43
€ 50.25

Paperback. Num Pages: 352 pages. BIC Classification: PDZ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 132 x 27. Weight in Grams: 264.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Transworld Publishers Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
352
Condition
New
SKU
V9780552159609
ISBN
9780552159609
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 21.99
€ 16.77

Paperback. Num Pages: 126 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PDZ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 7. Weight in Grams: 219.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1987
Publisher
Birkhauser Boston Inc United States
Number of pages
126
Condition
New
SKU
V9780817631673
ISBN
9780817631673
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 63.20

Hardback. This fascinating book discusses the emergence of humanlike robots into our everyday world. It covers the trends, possibilities, and concerns we will all feel with their emergence. State-of-the-art photos and futuristic illustrations are included. Num Pages: 173 pages, 4 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PDR; PDZ; TJFM; TTDS; UYQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 13. Weight in Grams: 458.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Number of pages
173
Condition
New
SKU
V9780387853482
ISBN
9780387853482
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 33.95

Hardcover. The combined finite discrete element method is a relatively new computational tool aimed at problems involving static and/or dynamic behaviour of systems involving a large number of solid deformable bodies. This work covers important applications such as mining engineering, rock blasting and petroleum engineering. Num Pages: 348 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PDE; PHQ; TBJ; TG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 262 x 186 x 26. Weight in Grams: 826.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
348
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470841990
ISBN
9780470841990
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 209.00

paperback. Series: Routledge Library Editions: 20th Century Science. BIC Classification: 3JJ; HBLW; PDX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). .
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Condition
New
Edition
1st Edition
SKU
V9781138997745
ISBN
9781138997745
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 58.61

Hardback. Editor(s): Buchwald, Diana Kormos; Illy, Jozsef; Rosenkranz, Ze'ev; Sauer, Tilman; Moses, Osik. Series: The Collected Papers of Albert Einstein. Num Pages: 1208 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: PDX; PH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 269 x 206 x 64. Weight in Grams: 2426.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Edition
Documentary
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691164106
ISBN
9780691164106
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 188.99
€ 148.06

Paperback. Editor(s): Buchwald, Diana Kormos; Illy, Jozsef; Rosenkranz, Ze'ev; Sauer, Tilman; Moses, Osik. Translator(s): Hentschel, Ann M.; James, Jennifer Nollar. Series: The Collected Papers of Albert Einstein. Num Pages: 504 pages. BIC Classification: PDX; PH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 192 x 253 x 32. Weight in Grams: 1014.
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
Documentary
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691164229
ISBN
9780691164229
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 99.42

Hardback. In April 1922, we find Einstein lecturing in Paris, engaged in reestablishing ties among scientists in former enemy nations. This title recounts in poetic prose the hectic schedule on land, the contemplative rest at sea, and his musings on science, philosophy, and art during his first encounter with the Far East, Palestine, and Spain. Editor(s): Buchwald, Diana Kormos; Illy, Jozsef; Rosenkranz, Ze'ev; Sauer, Tilman. Series: The Collected Papers of Albert Einstein. Num Pages: 1080 pages, 24 halftones. BIC Classification: 1DFG; PDX; PH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 260 x 199 x 63. Weight in Grams: 2176.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
1088
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691156736
ISBN
9780691156736
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 256.00

Paperback. Includes documents that appears in the language in which it was written, and presents the English translations of select portions of non-English materials. Editor(s): Buchwald, Diana Kormos; Rosenkranz, Ze'ev; Hentschel, Professor, Dr. Klaus; Sauer, Tilman; Illy, Jozsef. Translator(s): Hentschel, Ann M.; Moses, Osik. Series: The Collected Papers of Albert Einstein. Num Pages: 448 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DFG; PDX; PH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 251 x 188 x 29. Weight in Grams: 840.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Number of pages
448
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691156743
ISBN
9780691156743
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 73.70
€ 56.67

Hardback. Documents Albert Einstein's visible public persona in his correspondence, honors and prizes, lectures and travels, articles, and the many solicitations asking him to join public initiatives. Editor(s): Buchwald, Diana Kormos; Rosenkranz, Ze'ev; Sauer, Tilman; Illy, Jozsef; Holmes, Virginia Iris. Series: The Collected Papers of Albert Einstein. Num Pages: 712 pages, 24 halftones. BIC Classification: GBC; PDX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 254 x 190 x 43. Weight in Grams: 1485.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
696
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691141909
ISBN
9780691141909
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 245.63

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