Science, History and Culture: Evolving Perspectives

In Beginner's Guide to the History of Science. Oxford: Simon & Schuster/OneWorld (Oxford). pp. 182-201 (2009)
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This chapter explores how science and technology studies (STS) have evolved over the past generation. It surveys the contrasting perspectives of philosophers, sociologists, scholars of the humanities, wider publics, and scientists themselves. It describes contrasting views about the practice and purpose for studying the history of science. ISBN 978-1-85168-681-0

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