Philosophy of Evolutionary Biology

Volume I

Nonfiction, Science & Nature, Science, Biological Sciences, Evolution
Cover of the book Philosophy of Evolutionary Biology by , Taylor and Francis
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: ISBN: 9781351911351
Publisher: Taylor and Francis Publication: March 2, 2017
Imprint: Routledge Language: English
Author:
ISBN: 9781351911351
Publisher: Taylor and Francis
Publication: March 2, 2017
Imprint: Routledge
Language: English

The impact of evolutionary theory on the philosophy of science has been no less profound than its impact on the science of biology itself. Advances in this theory provide a rich set of examples for thinking about the nature of scientific explanation and the structure of science. Many of the developments in our understanding of evolution resulted from contributions by both philosophers and biologists engaging over theoretical questions of mutual interest. This volume traces some of the most influential exchanges in this field over the last few decades. Focal topics include the nature of biological functions, adaptationism as an explanatory and methodological doctrine, the levels of selection debate, the concepts of fitness and drift, and the relationship of evolutionary to developmental biology.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

The impact of evolutionary theory on the philosophy of science has been no less profound than its impact on the science of biology itself. Advances in this theory provide a rich set of examples for thinking about the nature of scientific explanation and the structure of science. Many of the developments in our understanding of evolution resulted from contributions by both philosophers and biologists engaging over theoretical questions of mutual interest. This volume traces some of the most influential exchanges in this field over the last few decades. Focal topics include the nature of biological functions, adaptationism as an explanatory and methodological doctrine, the levels of selection debate, the concepts of fitness and drift, and the relationship of evolutionary to developmental biology.

More books from Taylor and Francis

Cover of the book Active Ageing in Asia by
Cover of the book Experiencing Ethnomusicology by
Cover of the book Trauma and the Ontology of the Modern Subject by
Cover of the book The Evolution of Soviet Operational Art 1927-1991 by
Cover of the book Culture and Consumption by
Cover of the book Chinese Spatial Strategies by
Cover of the book Crossing Boundaries, Building Bridges by
Cover of the book Employability by
Cover of the book Effective Learning and Teaching in Computing by
Cover of the book Tigers' Roar: Asia's Recovery and Its Impact by
Cover of the book Thomas Kuhn's 'Linguistic Turn' and the Legacy of Logical Empiricism by
Cover of the book Tourism and Hospitality in Conflict-Ridden Destinations by
Cover of the book My Mum Makes the Best Cakes by
Cover of the book Jumpstart! Thinking Skills and Problem Solving by
Cover of the book Learning Through Theatre by
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy