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Scientist's Voice in American Culture (HC, 1992) 1st Printing
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A book that has been read and does not look new, but is in excellent condition. No obvious damage to the book cover, with the dust jacket (if applicable) included for hard covers. No missing or damaged pages, no creases or tears, no underlining or highlighting of text, and no writing in the margins. Some identifying marks on the inside cover, but this is minimal. Very little wear and tear. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections.
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Item specifics
- Condition
- Very Good
- Seller notes
- Features
- Dust Jacket
- ISBN
- 9780520076891
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Product Identifiers
Publisher
University of California Press
ISBN-10
0520076893
ISBN-13
9780520076891
eBay Product ID (ePID)
625102
Product Key Features
Number of Pages
328 Pages
Language
English
Publication Name
Scientist's Voice in American Culture : Simon Newcomb and the Rhetoric of Scientific Method
Subject
General, Anthropology / Cultural & Social, History, Research & Methodology
Publication Year
1992
Type
Textbook
Subject Area
Social Science, Science
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
0.1 in
Item Weight
24.1 Oz
Item Length
0.9 in
Item Width
0.6 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
College Audience
LCCN
91-048271
Dewey Edition
20
TitleLeading
A
Illustrated
Yes
Dewey Decimal
509.2
Synopsis
In late nineteenth-century America, Simon Newcomb was the nation's most celebrated scientist and--irascibly, doggedly, tirelessly--he made the most of it. Officially a mathematical astronomer heading a government agency, Newcomb spent as much of his life out of the observatory as in it, acting as a spokesman for the nascent but restive scientific community of his time. Newcomb saw the "scientific method" as a potential guide for all disciplines and a basis for all practical action, and argued passionately that it was of as much use in the halls of Congress as in the laboratory. In so doing, he not only sparked popular support for American science but also confronted a wide spectrum of social, cultural, and intellectual issues. This first full-length study of Newcomb traces the development of his faith in science and ranges over topics of great public debate in the Gilded Age, from the reform of economic theory to the recasting of the debate between science and religion. Moyer's portrait of a restless, eager mind also illuminates the bustle of late nineteenth-century America., In late nineteenth-century America, Simon Newcomb was the nation's most celebrated scientist and-irascibly, doggedly, tirelessly-he made the most of it. Officially a mathematical astronomer heading a government agency, Newcomb spent as much of his life out of the observatory as in it, acting as a spokesman for the nascent but restive scientific community of his time. Newcomb saw the "scientific method" as a potential guide for all disciplines and a basis for all practical action, and argued passionately that it was of as much use in the halls of Congress as in the laboratory. In so doing, he not only sparked popular support for American science but also confronted a wide spectrum of social, cultural, and intellectual issues. This first full-length study of Newcomb traces the development of his faith in science and ranges over topics of great public debate in the Gilded Age, from the reform of economic theory to the recasting of the debate between science and religion. Moyer's portrait of a restless, eager mind also illuminates the bustle of late nineteenth-century America.
LC Classification Number
Q143.N49.M68 1992
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- 7***a (657)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseThe seller was very responsive, friendly and helpful. The overseas delivery went very smoothly and the book was beautifully packed. The item was exactly as described and I am very pleased with it. Thanks very much to an excellent trustworthy seller.
- 0***d (5)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseThis item was exactly what I was looking for. It was in perfect condition, and was just as represented. It was a good value for money, considering it was in such fine condition. It arrived beautifully and carefully packed and in beautiful shape. I couldn't be more pleased with the book I received, "The White Cat" illustrated by Gennady Spirin. I will definitely do business with this seller again.
- s***g (32)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseThe book was securely packaged and arrived safely. Its condition was true to the descriptions and images on the product listing. I am very content with my purchase and would recommend ordering books from this seller based on my experience!The Haunted Looking Glass: Ghost Stories Chosen by Edward Gorey (1959, HC, VG) (#304887456611)