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Science: general issues
Paperback. Highlighting the coherence of, and connections between, current themes in the subject, this volume collates original contributions from key researchers into a new trend in the contemporary theory of knowledge and belief known as 'dynamic epistemology'. Editor(s): Girard, Patrick R.; Roy, Olivier; Marion, Mathieu. Series: Synthese Library. Num Pages: 252 pages, 10 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: HPK; HPL; JPA; PBUD; PDA; UY. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 13. Weight in Grams: 361.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 252
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400734913
- ISBN
- 9789400734913
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 127.76
€ 127.76
Paperback. This volume presents works which have been done in Brazil on the philosophy of science, logic and the history of science. It includes a general introduction, which offers a historical and conceptual guide about the development of the field in Brazil. Editor(s): Krause, Decio; Videira, Antonio. Series: Boston Studies in the Philosophy and History of Science. Num Pages: 368 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPL; PDA; PDX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 563.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 368
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400735170
- ISBN
- 9789400735170
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 128.48
€ 128.48
Dark Matter and Dark Energy: A Challenge for Modern Cosmology
. Ed(S): Matarrese, Sabino; Colpi, Monica; Go...
paperback. Dark Matter and Dark Energy offers a compact introduction to cosmological perturbation theory - a fundamental ingredient to understanding dark matter and energy in the universe. Current developments in research and theory are presented. Editor(s): Matarrese, Sabino; Colpi, Monica; Gorini, Vittorio; Moschella, Ugo. Series: Astrophysics and Space Science Library. Num Pages: 418 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PDDM; PHDV; PHQ; PHU; PHVB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 22. Weight in Grams: 640.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2011th Edition
- Number of pages
- 418
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400735293
- ISBN
- 9789400735293
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 184.26
€ 184.26
Paperback. This volume covers particle-based techniques, including the discrete element method, the smooth particle hydrodynamic method, and the particle element method. Its target audience is researchers and engineers interested in the fundamentals of particle methods and their applications. Editor(s): Onate, Eugenio; Owen, Roger. Series: Computational Methods in Applied Sciences. Num Pages: 280 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PDE; PHU; TBJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 18. Weight in Grams: 433.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 280
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400735378
- ISBN
- 9789400735378
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 127.60
€ 127.60
Paperback. Focusing on the foundations, this volume explores both classical and constructive mathematics. Its great advantage is to extend the traditional discussion of the foundations of mathematics and to render it at the same time both subtle and more differentiated. Editor(s): Sommaruga, Giovanni. Series: The Western Ontario Series in Philosophy of Science. Num Pages: 316 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPL; PBCD; PDA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 17. Weight in Grams: 504.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 316
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400735613
- ISBN
- 9789400735613
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 128.12
€ 128.12
Paperback. This book discusses the impetus-based physics of the Jesuit natural philosopher and mathematician Honore Fabri (1608-1688), and shows how Fabri, contrary to popular conception, reinterpreted medieval concepts to adapt to emerging concepts of modern science. Series: Boston Studies in the Philosophy and History of Science. Num Pages: 292 pages, 1 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: HPCD; PDX; PH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 413.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 292
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400736221
- ISBN
- 9789400736221
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 127.76
€ 127.76
Paperback. Exploring the logic behind applied mathematics to the physical world, this volume illustrates how radical naturalism, nominalism and strict finitism can account for the applications of classical mathematics in current theories about natural phenomena. Series: Synthese Library. Num Pages: 272 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PBB; PDA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 405.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400736313
- ISBN
- 9789400736313
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 127.76
€ 127.76
Paperback. Series: Philosophy of Engineering and Technology. Num Pages: 160 pages, 5 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: HPQ; PDR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 8. Weight in Grams: 234.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 160
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400736689
- ISBN
- 9789400736689
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 194.08
€ 194.08
Paperback. This monograph provides a historically detailed and philosophical study of Newton's scientific methodology. The text illustrates how Newton carefully distinguished between the physico-mathematical treatment and the physical treatment of force, and that the former should always precede the latter. Series: Archimedes. Num Pages: 354 pages, 11 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: HB; PDA; PH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 581.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 354
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400737211
- ISBN
- 9789400737211
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 194.92
€ 194.92
Paperback. Editor(s): Plaisance, Kathryn S.; Reydon, Thomas A. C. (University of Leiden). Series: Boston Studies in the Philosophy and History of Science. Num Pages: 384 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GBC; HP; PDA; PSV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 587.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 384
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400737327
- ISBN
- 9789400737327
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 194.96
€ 194.96
Paperback / so. Series: Boston Studies in the Philosophy and History of Science. Num Pages: black & white illustrations, black & white tables, bibliography. BIC Classification: HPCF; PDA; PDX; PH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 10. Weight in Grams: 277.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer United States
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400737334
- ISBN
- 9789400737334
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 127.76
€ 127.76
Paperback / so. Series: Explorations of Educational Purpose. Num Pages: black & white illustrations, black & white tables, bibliography. BIC Classification: HPCF3; JNA; JNC; PDX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 322.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer United States
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400737600
- ISBN
- 9789400737600
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 127.76
€ 127.76
Paperback / so. Editor(s): Mauskopf, Seymour; Schmaltz, Assistant Professor of Philosophy Tad (Duke University). Series: Boston Studies in the Philosophy and History of Science. Num Pages: black & white illustrations, bibliography. BIC Classification: GB; HB; HPC; MBX; PDA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 14. Weight in Grams: 367.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer United States
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400738072
- ISBN
- 9789400738072
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 127.78
€ 127.78
Hardback. Editor(s): Oosterlaken, Ilse; Hoven, Jeroen van den. Series: Philosophy of Engineering and Technology. Num Pages: 264 pages, 11 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: GT; HP; PDA; TBC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 159 x 20. Weight in Grams: 530.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400738782
- ISBN
- 9789400738782
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.51
€ 128.51
Hardback. This book explores new connections among Chinese people forged by the rapid spread of information and communication technologies. Covers virtual, actual and local interactions, probes impact on migrant workers, challenges to traditional social order and more. Editor(s): Law, Pui-Lam. Num Pages: 234 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1FPC; GTC; PDR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 549.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2012
- Number of pages
- 234
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400739093
- ISBN
- 9789400739093
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.41
€ 128.41
Hardback. This book discusses Rudolf Carnap, a member of the Vienna Circle and one of the most important philosophers of the twentieth century. Examines the rich variety of Carnap's concerns and his place in important intellectual traditions that shape our thinking today. Editor(s): Creath, Richard. Series: Vienna Circle Institute Yearbook. Num Pages: 212 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPCF; HPL; PDA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 485.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 212
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400739284
- ISBN
- 9789400739284
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.00
€ 128.00
Hardback. This volume of previously unpublished essays celebrates the life and work of Colin Cheyne, his influential career as Head of the University of Otago Philosophy Department as well as his philosophical style and his dedication to rational enquiry. Editor(s): Maclaurin, James. Series: Studies in History and Philosophy of Science. Num Pages: 316 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPC; PDA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 620.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 316
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400739826
- ISBN
- 9789400739826
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.99
€ 128.99
Hardcover. This unique exploration of biodiversity breaks down the distinctions between science and economics, dissenting from the prevailing view in challenging the widely cherished assumptions that underpin the seemingly unassailable arguments of environmentalists. Series: The International Library of Environmental, Agricultural and Food Ethics. Num Pages: 575 pages, 1 black & white illustrations, 2 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PDA; RNCB; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 167 x 35. Weight in Grams: 998.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2012th Edition
- Number of pages
- 489
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400739901
- ISBN
- 9789400739901
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 374.64
€ 374.64
Hardback. The most comprehensive treatment of an increasingly urgent topic, this book explores issues relating to electronic justice from around the world and includes the key reports from the 2010 International Association of Procedural Law Conference in Pecs, Hungary. Editor(s): Kengyel, Miklos; Nemessanyi, Zoltan. Series: Ius Gentium: Comparative Perspectives on Law and Justice. Num Pages: 348 pages, 2 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: LNAC; PDR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 664.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 348
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400740716
- ISBN
- 9789400740716
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 129.47
€ 129.47
Hardcover. This book synthesizes the growing body of research on science textbooks. It explores theoretical and philosophical underpinnings, methodological issues, critical analysis and conceptual frameworks and tools for the evaluation of textbooks. Editor(s): Khine, Myint Swe. Num Pages: 312 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JNU; PD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 158 x 243 x 23. Weight in Grams: 618.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2014th Edition
- Number of pages
- 280
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400741676
- ISBN
- 9789400741676
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.87
€ 128.87