Jurgen Renn
The Evolution of Knowledge: Rethinking Science for the Anthropocene
The Evolution of Knowledge: Rethinking Science for the Anthropocene
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Jürgen Renn's book presents a new approach to the history of science and technology, focusing on the role of knowledge in cultural evolution. He examines key episodes such as the evolution of writing, science in the ancient world, the Scientific Revolution, globalization, and industrialization. Using an array of disciplines and methods, Renn develops a framework for understanding structural changes in systems of knowledge and offers insights on global issues.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 584 pages
Publication date: 03 May 2022
Publisher: Princeton University Press
This book presents a groundbreaking new perspective on the history of science and technology, offering a comprehensive narrative that emphasizes the role of knowledge as a driving force in cultural evolution. Jürgen Renn delves into the profound impact of knowledge on global transformations throughout human history, from the dawn of civilization to the present day. He provides valuable insights into the complex challenges we face in the Anthropocene, a new geological epoch shaped by human activities.
Renn reimagines the history of science and technology within a broader context of knowledge, examining key episodes such as the development of writing, the emergence of science in ancient times, the Scientific Revolution of early modernity, the globalization of knowledge, industrialization, and the profound transformations brought about by modern science. He employs a diverse range of disciplines and methods, including cognitive science, experimental psychology, earth science, and evolutionary biology, to explore the evolution of knowledge.
The result is a comprehensive framework for understanding structural changes in systems of knowledge, offering a fresh approach to the history and philosophy of science. Written by one of the foremost historians of science today, The Evolution of Knowledge features discussions on historiographical themes, a glossary of key terms, and practical insights on global issues ranging from climate change to digital capitalism. This insightful book also serves as an invaluable introduction to the history of knowledge.
Weight: 912g
Dimension: 155 x 234 x 37 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780691218595
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