Imperfect Oracle: The Epistemic and Moral Authority of Science
Author(s)
Brown, Theodore L.
Brown, Theodore L.
Explores The Relationships Between Science And Other Societal Sectors, Notably Law, Religion, Government And Public Culture, In Terms Of The Concepts Of Expert And Moral Authority--provided By Publisher. Authority And Autonomy -- Historical Origins Of Scientific Authority -- American Science -- Scientific Authority In Contemporary Society -- Science And The Courts -- Science And Religion -- Science And Government -- Science And The Public -- The Prospects For Scientific Authority. Theodore L. Brown. Includes Bibliographical References (p. [295]-315) And Index.
Keywords
Science--Moral and ethical aspects, Science--Social aspects, Q180.55.M67 B76 2009, 174/.95, 500
Science--Moral and ethical aspects, Science--Social aspects, Q180.55.M67 B76 2009, 174/.95, 500
| Name in long format: | Imperfect Oracle: The Epistemic and Moral Authority of Science |
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| ISBN-10: | 0271035358 |
| ISBN-13: | 9780271035352 |
| Book pages: | 352 |
| Book language: | en |
| Edition: | 1 |
| Binding: | Hardcover |
| Publisher: | Penn State University Press |
| Dimensions: | Height: 9 Inches, Length: 6 Inches, Weight: 1.43961857086 Pounds, Width: 1.23 Inches |
