Chemistry: The Impure Science (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781848162259)

This book uses history to introduce central issues in the philosophy of chemistry. Mobilizing the theme of impurity, it explores the tradition of chemistry's negative image. It then argues for the positive philosophical value of chemistry, reflecting its characteristic practical engagement with the material world. The book concludes with some ethical reflections concerning chemistry's orientations in the twenty-first century.The authors have previously both offered significant contributions to the history and philosophy of chemistry.

Author: Bernadette Bensaude-Vincent, Jonathan Simon
ISBN-10: 1848162251
ISBN-13: 9781848162259
Publisher: Imperial College Press
Language: English
Published: 01/01/2009
Pages: 280
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.40lbs
Size: 9.10h x 6.00w x 0.90d

Review Citation(s):
Scitech Book News 03/01/2010 pg. 38