Physics for philosophers: an introduction (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9788397143920)

This book contains a non-specialist introduction to modern physics and its formal and conceptual apparatus, with an emphasis on its philosophical aspects. It presents the development of the most important concepts and problems of physics, from ancient astronomical theories, through Newtonian mechanics, thermodynamics, the theory of electromagnetism, to both theories of relativity and quantum mechanics. It discusses in detail related philosophical questions, such as the issue of determinism and predictability, the dispute over the status of time and space, the ontological status of physical fields, and the testing and acceptance of empirical theories. The book can be useful to students of philosophy interested in the philosophical aspects of physical sciences, and to students of natural sciences who want to supplement their specialist knowledge with philosophical issues.

Author: Tomasz Bigaj
ISBN-10: 8397143920
ISBN-13: 9788397143920
Publisher: Studies in Philosophy
Language: English
Published: 05/12/2025
Pages: 296
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.14lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.62d