Philosophy of Biology von Peter Godfrey-Smith

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"This accessible book does justice both to the subject and the reader. With admirable clarity, Peter Godfrey-Smith demonstrates why the philosophy of biology is one of the most exciting areas in contemporary philosophy."--Philip Kitcher, Columbia University

"This is a provocative and exciting look at many of the central issues in the philosophy of biology. Godfrey-Smith's book will shape the philosophical discussion for many years to come."--Michael Weisberg, University of Pennsylvania

"Clearly written and up to date, this valuable book provides a really useful overview of the philosophy of biology, as well as some distinctive arguments. Perhaps uniquely, the book succeeds in presenting its topics as clearly philosophical while engaging the relevant biology."--John Dupré, University of Exeter

"This accessible book does justice both to the subject and the reader. With admirable clarity, Peter Godfrey-Smith demonstrates why the philosophy of biology is one of the most exciting areas in contemporary philosophy."--Philip Kitcher, Columbia University

"This is a provocative and exciting look at many of the central issues in the philosophy of biology. Godfrey-Smith's book will shape the philosophical discussion for many years to come."--Michael Weisberg, University of Pennsylvania

"Clearly written and up to date, this valuable book provides a really useful overview of the philosophy of biology, as well as some distinctive arguments. Perhaps uniquely, the book succeeds in presenting its topics as clearly philosophical while engaging the relevant biology."--John Dupré, University of Exeter

AutorGodfrey-Smith, Peter
EinbandKartonierter Einband (Kt)
Erscheinungsjahr2016
Seitenangabe200 S.
LieferstatusLieferbar in ca. 10-20 Arbeitstagen
AusgabekennzeichenEnglisch
Abbildungen3 line illus.
MasseH21.6 cm x B14.0 cm x D1.8 cm 247 g
CoverlagPrinceton University Press (Imprint/Brand)
ReihePrinceton Foundations of Contemporary Philosophy
VerlagUniversity Presses

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Über den Autor Peter Godfrey-Smith

Peter Godfrey-Smith ist Professor für Geschichte und Philosophie an der Universität Sydney und Professor für Philosophie an der City University of New York. Der leidenschaftliche Tiefseetaucher ist Autor mehrerer Bücher über Evolution und Wissenschaftsphilosophie. Dirk Höfer, 1956 geboren, ist Autor und Übersetzer und lebt in Berlin. Studium der Bildenden Kunst und der Philosophie. Redakteur der Kulturzeitschrift Lettre International, später Drehbuchschreiber und Spieleentwickler für Ludic Philosophy, Berlin.

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