The Origins of Science: An Inquiry into the Foundations of Western Thought

The Origins of Science, published in 1962, explores the historical and psychological origins of scientific thought and emphasizes the importance of psychology in understanding knowledge problems. It discusses the development of the idea of reality and truth, and the unconscious mechanisms that underlie our thought processes. The book argues that the scientific method is the intellectual safeguard for the criteria of truth and reality and that a creative view of scientific activity must be accepted. It is a must-read for scholars and researchers in philosophy of science and philosophy in general.

Format: Hardback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 30 November 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The Origins of Science, originally published in 1962, delves into the historical and psychological roots of scientific thought, emphasizing the importance of understanding the complexities of knowledge through a contemporary psychological lens rather than traditional epistemology. The author addresses the fundamental problem of reality, exemplified by the concept of object or matter, tracing its evolution from its Greek origins and unveiling the unconscious mechanisms underlying our thought processes, such as abstraction and generalization. The second problem explored is that of truth, illustrated through examples from the history of mathematics and logic. The author further elucidates the psychology of what we consider to be true, shedding light on the cognitive processes that shape our understanding of reality.

Scientific method serves as the intellectual safeguard for the criteria of truth and reality, departing from traditional induction and embracing a more creative view of scientific activity. This book is a valuable resource for scholars and researchers in the fields of philosophy of science and philosophy, offering insightful perspectives and stimulating discussions.

Weight: 610g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032367477