Science and Method - Brossura

Poincare, Henri

 
9780486432694: Science and Method

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"Still a joy to read." — Mathematical Gazette
This classic by the famous mathematician defines the basic methodology and psychology of scientific discovery, particularly regarding mathematics and mathematical physics. Drawing on examples from many fields, it explains how scientists analyze and choose their working facts, and it explores the nature of experimentation, theory, and the mind. 1914 edition.

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INTRODUCTION 1. THE SCIENTIST AND SCIENCE. I. THE SELECTION OF FACTS II. THE FUTURE OF MATHEMATICS III. MATHEMATICAL DISCOVERY IV. CHANCE MATHEMATICAL REASONING 1. THE RELATIVITY OF SPACE II. MATHEMATICAL DEFINITIONS AND EDUCATION. III. MATHEMATICS AND LOGIC IV. THE NEW LOGICS V. THE LAST EFFORTS OF THE LOGISTICIANS THE NEW MECHANICS. I.MECHANICS AND RADIUM. II. MECHANICS AND OPTICS III. THE NEW MECHANICS AND ASTRONOMY ASTRONOMICAL SCIENCE. I. THE MILKY WAY AND THE THEORY OF GASES. 253 II. FRENCH GEODESY 270 GENERAL CONCLUSIONS

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