Scientific values and civic virtues
Éditeur :
Oxford University Press Inc
ISBN :
9780195172256
Date de publication :
25 août 2005
Dimensions :
23,4 x 15,6 x 1,6 cm
Poids :
535 g
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
USA
Takes an affirming, positive view of the relationship between the values embodied in science (such as honesty and precision of language) and the nature of civil society. This volume of essays argues that science can broadly inspire the civic virtues of an educated and tolerant global enterprise dedicated to the common good.