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Science: general issues
Steven French articulates and defends the bold claim that there are no objects in the world. He draws on metaphysics and philosophy of science to argue for structural realism-the position that we live in a world of structures-and defends a form of eliminativism about objects that sets laws and symmetry principles at the heart of ontology. Num Pages: 416 pages. BIC Classification: HPJ; PDA; PH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 165 x 235 x 29. Weight in Grams: 774.
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 416
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199684847
- ISBN
- 9780199684847
Condition: New
€ 159.07
€ 159.07
This is the first full English translation of Bernard Bolzano's masterwork, the Theory of Science (1837)-a monumental and revolutionary study in logic, epistemology, heuristics, and scientific methodology. Each volume includes an introduction which illuminates the historical context of Bolzano's work and its continuing relevance. Translator(s): George, Rolf; Rusnock, Paul. Num Pages: 2044 pages. BIC Classification: HPK; HPL; PBB; PDA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 242 x 166 x 130. Weight in Grams: 3616.
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 2044
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199684380
- ISBN
- 9780199684380
Condition: New
€ 786.91
€ 786.91
Revealing the richness and influence of Oxford's mathematical tradition and the fascinating characters that have helped to shape it for over 800 years, this second edition brings the story right up to the opening of the new Oxford Mathematical Institute in 2013, with a foreword from Marcus du Sautoy and recent developments from Peter M. Neumann. Editor(s): Fauvel, John; Flood, Raymond; Wilson, Robin. Num Pages: 416 pages, 200 b/w line drawings, 80 b/w halftones. BIC Classification: 1DBKESF; PBX; PDZM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 248 x 194 x 26. Weight in Grams: 1106.
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2 Rev ed
- Number of pages
- 416
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199681976
- ISBN
- 9780199681976
Condition: New
€ 132.10
€ 132.10
This book gives the basic theoretical background needed to understand how electron microscopes allow us to see atoms, together with highly practical advice for electron microscope operators. It covers the usefulness of seeing atoms in the semiconductor industry, in materials science, in condensed matter physics, and in biology. Num Pages: 432 pages, 163 b/w illustrations, 4 colour plates. BIC Classification: PDND; PHFC; PNT; TGM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 249 x 176 x 27. Weight in Grams: 1028.
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Edition
- 4 Rev ed
- Number of pages
- 432
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199668632
- ISBN
- 9780199668632
Condition: New
€ 212.93
€ 212.93
Darwin's enormous cultural success depended as much on the construction of his argument and the artistry of his language as it did on the power of his ideas. By exploring Darwin as a writer as well as a scientist, this book transforms our understanding of him, giving us a Darwin who is comic rather than tragic and ebullient rather than austere. Num Pages: 272 pages, three black-and-white halftones. BIC Classification: DSBF; PDX; PSAJ. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 162 x 221 x 20. Weight in Grams: 438.
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199608430
- ISBN
- 9780199608430
Condition: New
€ 45.56
€ 45.56
This book provides an everyman's guide for understanding and following the discoveries that will soon take place at the famous Large Hadron Collider experiments at CERN. The material is presented accurately yet accessibly, and the book is infectious in its enthusiasm for the project. Num Pages: 288 pages, 36 b/w photographs, 18 b/w line drawings. BIC Classification: PDN; PDZ; PGK; PHP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 245 x 170 x 23. Weight in Grams: 636.
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199581917
- ISBN
- 9780199581917
Condition: New
€ 81.56
€ 81.56
Ivo Klaver discusses four major expeditions which assembled scientific data in various parts of the Arab world between 1761 and 1881. Sponsored by governments and official institutions they were aimed at satisfying a desire for national prestige in a European imperialistic context, either in the field of knowledge or in the field of trade. Series: Studies in the Arcadian Library. Num Pages: 256 pages, 60 black and white and colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FB; 3JF; 3JH; HBLL; MBX; RGR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 328 x 250 x 35. Weight in Grams: 2000.
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199568895
- ISBN
- 9780199568895
Condition: New
€ 251.07
€ 251.07
Cervical cancer is an emotive disease with multiple connotations. It has stood for the horror of cancer, the curse of femininity, the hope of cutting-edge medical technologies, and the promise of screening for malignant tumours. Ilana Lowy follows the disease from antiquity to the 21st century, tracing both medical progress and social change. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: MBX; MJCL; PDZ; VFD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 138 x 203 x 24. Weight in Grams: 352.
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199548811
- ISBN
- 9780199548811
Condition: New
€ 36.85
€ 36.85
Hardcover. Num Pages: 112 pages. BIC Classification: HPK; HPQ; PDA. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 138 x 181 x 14. Weight in Grams: 210.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199371624
- ISBN
- 9780199371624
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 24.99€ 24.17
€ 24.99
€ 24.17
Krylov Subspace Methods: Principles and Analysis (Numerical Mathematic...
Liesen, Jorg, Strakos, Zdenek
Paperback. Describes the principles and history behind the use of Krylov subspace methods in science and engineering. The outcome of the analysis is very practical and indicates what can and cannot be expected from the use of Krylov subspace methods, challenging some common assumptions and justifications of standard approaches. Series: Numerical Mathematics & Scientific Computation. Num Pages: 408 pages, 43 b/w line drawings. BIC Classification: PBF; PBWH; PDE; TGB. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 236 x 154 x 26. Weight in Grams: 600.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780198739043
- ISBN
- 9780198739043
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 106.97
€ 106.97
Paperback. In both science and philosophy, the twentieth century saw a radical breakdown of certainty in the human worldview. Quantum theorist Stig Stenholm presents Bohr and Wittgenstein as central figures undertaking the necessary replacement of apparent order and certainty with an understanding based on limited concepts in constant flux. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: HPCF; PDA; PHQ. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 233 x 152 x 16. Weight in Grams: 356.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780198729105
- ISBN
- 9780198729105
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 55.40
€ 55.40
Hardcover. Information theory is essentially about correlations, and the novel approach of Bananaworld is to get at what's counterintuitive about quantum information by considering correlations between normally mundane experiences that every reader can relate to. Num Pages: 288 pages, 24 b/w illustrations. BIC Classification: PDZ; PHM; PHQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 240 x 168. .
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780198718536
- ISBN
- 9780198718536
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 59.78
€ 59.78
Paperback. Num Pages: 352 pages, 11 black and white halftones, 108 line illustrations. BIC Classification: PD; PSA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 253 x 178 x 16. Weight in Grams: 614.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc United States
- Edition
- 2 Rev ed
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780195385731
- ISBN
- 9780195385731
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 74.47
€ 74.47
Paperback. Series: Philosophy in Action. Num Pages: 208 pages, 3 black and white line illustrations. BIC Classification: HPCD; HRAM3; PDA; PSAJ. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 175 x 129 x 15. Weight in Grams: 210.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780195384345
- ISBN
- 9780195384345
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 16.99€ 15.47
€ 16.99
€ 15.47
Paperback. Num Pages: 208 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: PDZ; PSAJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 203 x 135 x 13. Weight in Grams: 262.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780195383416
- ISBN
- 9780195383416
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 16.99€ 15.18
€ 16.99
€ 15.18
In this eye-opening expos, Michaels reveals how the tobacco industry's duplicitous tactics spawned a multi-million dollar industry that is dismantling public health safeguards. Editor(s): Michaels, David. Num Pages: 384 pages, 10 illustrations. BIC Classification: MBN; PDR. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 242 x 162 x 24. Weight in Grams: 760.
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 384
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780195300673
- ISBN
- 9780195300673
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 60.93
€ 60.93
Paperback. A guide of the National Association of Science Writers. This book includes chapters that cover the techniques of good science writing, explanatory writing, writing under deadline, clone and stem-cell research, biology of behavior and eugenics, mental health, human genetics, as well as making sense of conflicting studies. Editor(s): Blum, Deborah; Knudson, Mary; Henig, Robin Marantz. Num Pages: 336 pages. BIC Classification: CBWT; PD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 154 x 18. Weight in Grams: 478.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc United States
- Edition
- 2nd
- Number of pages
- 335
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780195174991
- ISBN
- 9780195174991
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 36.46
€ 36.46
Paperback. Closely examining some of our notions about the role of science, the author engages the heated debate about how scientific knowledge should be pursued and employed. He paints a portrait of the sciences that allows for the possibility of scientific truth but nonetheless permits social consensus to determine which avenues need to be investigated. Series: Oxford Studies in the Philosophy of Science. Num Pages: 240 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFF; PDA; PSAD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 152 x 228 x 14. Weight in Grams: 368.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780195165524
- ISBN
- 9780195165524
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 88.95
€ 88.95
The gripping story of the 1950s polio scare and of the intense-and intensely bitter-competition to find the first vaccine. Num Pages: 368 pages, numerous halftones. BIC Classification: HBJK; HBLW3; MBN; MBX; MJN; PDX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 238 x 161 x 30. Weight in Grams: 758.
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 368
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780195152944
- ISBN
- 9780195152944
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 42.99€ 36.74
€ 42.99
€ 36.74
Paperback. Why are some countries better than others at science and technology? Written in accessible language, The Politics of Innovation provides readers from all backgrounds with a useful survey of the innovation debate. It presents extensive evidence to show that national institutions and policies do not determine innovation rates, but politics do. Num Pages: 444 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JPH; KCM; PDG; PDR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 157 x 244 x 29. Weight in Grams: 638.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 444
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780190464134
- ISBN
- 9780190464134
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 62.75
€ 62.75
Paperback. Series: Edge Question Series. Num Pages: 416 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: PD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 136 x 203 x 25. Weight in Grams: 314.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Harper Perennial
- Edition
- First Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780061686542
- ISBN
- 9780061686542
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 19.57
€ 19.99
€ 19.57
Paperback. Tells the story of the author's lifelong struggle to solve the sea's mysteries, and shares his most surprising discoveries. It recounts how flotsam has changed the course of history-leading Viking mariners to safe harbours, Columbus to the New World, and Japan to open up to the West - and how it may even have made the origin of life possible. Num Pages: 304 pages, black & white illustrations, maps, figures. BIC Classification: PDZ; RBKC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 203 x 135 x 19. Weight in Grams: 250.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- HarperCollins Publishers Inc United States
- Edition
- 1 Reprint
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780061558429
- ISBN
- 9780061558429
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 18.99€ 18.12
€ 18.99
€ 18.12
Paperback. Series: Advanced Series in Applied Physics. Num Pages: 276 pages. BIC Classification: PDE; PHP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 220 x 152 x 18. Weight in Grams: 431.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1989
- Publisher
- World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Singapore
- Number of pages
- 276
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789971508326
- ISBN
- 9789971508326
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 74.16
€ 74.16
Hardback. Series: Industrial and Applied Mathematics. Num Pages: 232 pages, 63 black & white illustrations, 4 colour illustrations, 24 black & white tables, 64 colou. BIC Classification: JFFH2; MJCJ2; PBWH; PDE. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 19. Weight in Grams: 530.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Springer Verlag, Singapore Singapore
- Number of pages
- 232
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789812878519
- ISBN
- 9789812878519
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 68.15
€ 68.15