Science: general issues
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Science: general issues
Hardback. Num Pages: 256 pages, 3 halftones. 14 line illus. BIC Classification: PBB; PBX; PDA; PDX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 245 x 164 x 26. Weight in Grams: 546.
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691171715
- ISBN
- 9780691171715
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 61.80
€ 61.80
Hardback. Editor(s): Fleck, Roland A.; Humbel, Bruno M. Series: RMS - Royal Microscopical Society. Num Pages: 524 pages. BIC Classification: PDND; PSA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 170. .
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2019
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 524
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781118654064
- ISBN
- 9781118654064
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 239.15
€ 239.15
Paperback. Reviews the history and development of mathematics, logic, and the physical sciences. This book offers an account of the developments in science and the philosophy of knowledge from the pre-Socratic era to the nineteenth century. Translator(s): Sangalli, Arturo. Num Pages: 320 pages, 3 line illus. BIC Classification: HP; PDA; PHQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 236 x 159 x 20. Weight in Grams: 496.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press United States
- Edition
- Reprint
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691095516
- ISBN
- 9780691095516
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 56.38
€ 56.38
Hardback. Focuses on the philosophical relationship between mathematics and the natural sciences. This title shows that the axioms needed for the mathematics used in physics can also generate practically various fields of contemporary pure mathematics. It also provides a foundation for investigations in string theory and other areas of physics. Num Pages: 288 pages, 10 line illus. BIC Classification: PBB; PDA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 542.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691115306
- ISBN
- 9780691115306
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 89.83
€ 89.83
hardcover. Ron Amundson examines 200 years of scientific views on the evolution-development relationship from the perspective of evolutionary developmental biology. Series: Cambridge Studies in Philosophy and Biology. Num Pages: 296 pages, 3 line diagrams 4 half-tones. BIC Classification: PDA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 152 x 17. Weight in Grams: 549. Good clean copy with minor shelfwear. DJ has some minor nicks and tears, remains very good
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- SKU
- KSG0034705
- ISBN
- 9780521806992
Hardback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 5.91
€ 5.91
Hardcover. X-ray fluorescence spectrometry (XRF) is a method of "fingerprinting" and identifying solid and liquid samples. Written by the leading international expert in the field, this totally-revised update provides an up-to-the-minute review of the progress of XRF in the last ten years, covering history, design, application, and interpretation. Series: Chemical Analysis. Num Pages: 232 pages, bibliographies. BIC Classification: PDN; PNFS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 248 x 159 x 16. Weight in Grams: 412.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 232
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471299424
- ISBN
- 9780471299424
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 249.54
€ 249.54
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
€ 105.06
€ 105.06
Hardcover. This book includes a collection of standards-specific case studies. The case studies offer an opportunity to combine the teaching preferences of educators with the goals of the SEC (Standards Education Committee); providing students with real-world insight into the technical, political, and economic arenas of engineering. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: JP; KC; PDD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 163 x 23. Weight in Grams: 614.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781118678596
- ISBN
- 9781118678596
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 15.74
€ 15.74
Hardback. Editor(s): Giere, Ronald N. Series: Minnesota Studies in Philosophy of Science S. Num Pages: 512 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JMR; PDA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 36. Weight in Grams: 720.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- University of Minnesota Press United States
- Number of pages
- 512
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- First Edition
- SKU
- V9780816619795
- ISBN
- 9780816619795
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 73.68
€ 73.68
hardcover. An appreciation of the life's work of one of the most distinguished early Newtonians. Num Pages: 220 pages. BIC Classification: PDX. Dimension: 228 x 152. Weight in Grams: 455. Good clean copy with minor shelf wear. DJ has some minor nicks and tears, remains very good
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1983
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- SKU
- KSG0036425
- ISBN
- 9780521237413
Hardback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 5.91
€ 5.91
Hardback. A falling apple inspired the law of gravity or so the story goes. Is it true? Perhaps not. But why do such stories endure as explanations of how science happens? "Newton s Apple and Other Myths about Science" brushes away popular misconceptions to provide a clearer picture of scientific breakthroughs from ancient times to the present." Num Pages: 290 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: PDX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 149 x 219 x 29. Weight in Grams: 464.
- Publisher
- Harvard University Press
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780674967984
- ISBN
- 9780674967984
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 57.81
€ 57.81
Paperback. If we want nonscientists and opinion-makers in the press, the lab, and the pulpit to take a fresh look at the relationship between science and religion, the author suggests that we must first dispense with the hoary myths that have masqueraded too long as historical truths. Editor(s): Numbers, Ronald L. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: HRAM3; PDX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 209 x 139 x 21. Weight in Grams: 372.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Harvard University Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9780674057418
- ISBN
- 9780674057418
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 30.12
€ 33.99
€ 30.12
Paperback. Many people assume that the claims of scientists are objective truths. This title argues that the acts of observing and theorizing are both matters of perspective - which makes scientific knowledge contingent. It also states that colors do not actually exist in objects. Num Pages: 160 pages, 12 colour plates, 29 line drawings. BIC Classification: PDA; PHJ. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 155 x 228 x 11. Weight in Grams: 264.
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Number of pages
- 160
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226292137
- ISBN
- 9780226292137
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 39.65
€ 39.65
Paperback. A consideration of whether scientific knowledge is objective and universal or socially mediated, whether scientific truths are independent of human values and beliefs. Series: Science & Its Conceptual Foundations S. Num Pages: 344 pages, 56figs. BIC Classification: PDA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 566.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1990
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Edition
- New ed
- Number of pages
- 344
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226292069
- ISBN
- 9780226292069
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 48.78
€ 48.78
Hardback. Ultimately, he reveals the crucial role played by the cybernetics moment-when cybernetics and information theory were seen as universal sciences-in setting the stage for our current preoccupation with information technologies. Series: New Studies in American Intellectual and Cultural History. Num Pages: 352 pages, 10, 6 black & white halftones, 4 black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: GPFC; PDX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 240 x 161 x 29. Weight in Grams: 614.
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781421416717
- ISBN
- 9781421416717
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 63.55
€ 63.55
Paperback. Num Pages: 182 pages, figures, tables, references, index. BIC Classification: PBKS; PDE; TBJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 155 x 242 x 14. Weight in Grams: 312.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- Gulf Publishing Co United States
- Number of pages
- 182
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780884150879
- ISBN
- 9780884150879
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 18.05
€ 18.05
Paperback. An insightful introduction to one ofthe most unpredictable forces on Earth. Series: Beginner's Guides. Num Pages: 208 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: PDZ; RBC; WNW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129 x 15. Weight in Grams: 220.
- Publisher
- Oneworld Publications United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 208
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781851687251
- ISBN
- 9781851687251
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 13.99€ 11.48
€ 13.99
€ 11.48
Paperback. Featuring a figure of early modern science, this text explores Robert Boyle's philosophy of experiment, a central aspect of his life and work. Philosophical, legal, experimental and religious traditions that played a part in shaping Boyle's experimental thought and practice are examined. Series: Science & Its Conceptual Foundations S. Num Pages: 368 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: PDA; PDX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 594.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 368
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226734972
- ISBN
- 9780226734972
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 71.58
€ 71.58
Hardback. Featuring a figure of early modern science, this text explores Robert Boyle's philosophy of experiment, a central aspect of his life and work. Philosophical, legal, experimental and religious traditions that played a part in shaping Boyle's experimental thought and practice are examined. Series: Science & Its Conceptual Foundations S. Num Pages: 368 pages. BIC Classification: PDA; PDX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 159 x 27. Weight in Grams: 763.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Number of pages
- 368
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226734958
- ISBN
- 9780226734958
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 159.18
€ 159.18
DNA: A Graphic Guide to the Molecule That Shook the World
Rosenfield, Israel; Ziff, Edward, Phd; Van Lo...
Learn all about DNA in this graphic filled guide. Num Pages: 272 pages, n/a. BIC Classification: PDX; PSAK1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 214 x 146 x 20. Weight in Grams: 416.
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231142700
- ISBN
- 9780231142700
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 81.99
€ 81.99
Paperback. Explores the life and scientific contributions of Alfred Russel Wallace, Victorian traveler, scientist, spiritualist, and co-discoverer with Charles Darwin of natural selection. This biography also examines his travels in the western and eastern tropics. It casts light on his work and the importance of his relationship with Charles Darwin. Num Pages: 640 pages, 19 illus. BIC Classification: BG; PDX; PSAJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 227 x 154 x 31. Weight in Grams: 860.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Edition
- New Ed
- Number of pages
- 640
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231130110
- ISBN
- 9780231130110
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 63.04
€ 63.04
Hardcover. The importance of the determination of elastic and mechanical properties has increased greatly as the result of new materials research and automated manufacturing and processing methods. This book provides information on laboratory techniques for both academic and research scientists. Editor(s): Weissberger, Arnold; Rossiter, Bryant W.; Baestzold, Roger. Series: Physical Methods of Chemistry. Num Pages: 313 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: PDN; PN; TGMD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 242 x 165 x 30. Weight in Grams: 616.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1991
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- Volume 7
- Number of pages
- 313
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471534389
- ISBN
- 9780471534389
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 620.82
€ 620.82
Paperback. This comprehensive book provides readers with an applications--oriented introduction to robust regression and outlier detection - emphasising A"high--breakdownA" methods which can cope with a sizeable fraction of contamination. Its self--contained treatment allows readers to skip the mathematical material, which is concentrated in a few sections. Series: Wiley Series in Probability and Statistics. Num Pages: 360 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PDE; RBG; TBJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 153 x 231 x 22. Weight in Grams: 560.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 360
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471488552
- ISBN
- 9780471488552
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 212.90
€ 212.90
Paperback. Num Pages: 103 pages. BIC Classification: PDX. Dimension: 225 x 151 x 10. Weight in Grams: 262.
- Publisher
- Nova Science Publishers Inc
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Edition
- UK ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781631178610
- ISBN
- 9781631178610
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 61.09€ 43.78
€ 61.09
€ 43.78