This study guide introduces "Science and Hypothesis," originally published in 1902 by Henri Poincare and presented here in an affordable, high-quality, modern edition. This seminal work delves into profound scientific concepts, exploring the non-existence of absolute scientific truth and the conventional nature of scientific beliefs. It covers essential topics such as mathematics, space, physics, and biology, offering insights into the fundamental underpinnings of scientific understanding. The book is structured into chapters including "Number and Magnitude," "On the Nature of Mathematical Reasoning," "Space," and "Non-Euclidean Geometries," providing a comprehensive exploration of its themes.
This English-language study guide, formatted as an EPUB with 288 pages, is designed to facilitate a deep understanding of Poincare's influential ideas. It includes a specially commissioned biography of the author, enriching the reader's appreciation of his work. The content is categorized under Science: Philosophy & Social Aspects, Science: History, and Science: Essays, making it a valuable resource for students, academics, and anyone interested in the philosophy and evolution of scientific thought.
"Science and Hypothesis" is a study written in 1902, by the French mathematician, Henri Poincaré. It was designed with non-specialist readers in mind, and contains information on mathematics, space, physics and biology. The main theme of this work is that the absolute truth of science is non-existent. It postulates that many scientific beliefs are closer to convenient conventions than valid explanations. The chapters of this book include: "Number and Magnitude", "On the Nature of Mathematical Reasoning", "Mathematical Magnitude and Experiment", "Space", "Non-Euclidean Geometries", "Space and Geometry", "Experiment and Geometry", etcetera. Many vintage texts such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive, and it is with this in mind that we are republishing this book now, in an affordable, high-quality, modern edition. It comes complete with a specially commissioned biography of the author.
Author: Poincare, Henri
Publisher: Mcintosh Press
Illustration: n
Language: ENG
Title: Science and Hypothesis
Pages: 00288 (Encrypted EPUB)
On Sale: 2016-03-31
SKU-13/ISBN: 9781409707219
Category: Science : Philosophy & Social Aspects
Category: Science : History
Category: Science : Essays
"Science and Hypothesis" is a study written in 1902, by the French mathematician, Henri Poincaré. It was designed with non-specialist readers in mind, and contains information on mathematics, space, physics and biology. The main theme of this work is that the absolute truth of science is non-existent. It postulates that many scientific beliefs are closer to convenient conventions than valid explanations. The chapters of this book include: "Number and Magnitude", "On the Nature of Mathematical Reasoning", "Mathematical Magnitude and Experiment", "Space", "Non-Euclidean Geometries", "Space and Geometry", "Experiment and Geometry", etcetera. Many vintage texts such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive, and it is with this in mind that we are republishing this book now, in an affordable, high-quality, modern edition. It comes complete with a specially commissioned biography of the author.
Author: Poincare, Henri
Publisher: Mcintosh Press
Illustration: n
Language: ENG
Title: Science and Hypothesis
Pages: 00288 (Encrypted EPUB)
On Sale: 2016-03-31
SKU-13/ISBN: 9781409707219
Category: Science : Philosophy & Social Aspects
Category: Science : History
Category: Science : Essays
