Why Trust Science?
Naomi Oreskes • Princeton University Press • ISBN-13 978‑0691179001
Why Trust Science?
Naomi Oreskes • Princeton University Press
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ISBN-10: 069117900X · ISBN-13: 978‑0691179001 · 2019 · 1st Edition
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In 'Why Trust Science?', Naomi Oreskes offers a compelling exploration of the nature of scientific knowledge and the reasons why it is trustworthy. Through historical case studies and philosophical analysis, she examines how scientific consensus is achieved and the role of dissent and debate in the scientific process. Oreskes addresses common misconceptions about science and argues for the importance of trust in scientific expertise, especially in an era of widespread misinformation.
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