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The dialectical biologist

Richard Levins, Richard C. Lewontin · 1985

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Scientists act within a social context and from a philosophical perspective that is inherently political. Whether they realize it or not, scientists always choose sides. The Dialectical Biologist explores this political nature of scientific inquiry, advancing its argument within the framework of Marxist dialectic. These essays stress the concepts of continual change and co-determination between organism and environment, part and whole, structure and process, science and politics. Throughout, this book questions our accepted definitions and biases, showing the self-reflective nature of scientific activity within society.

Book details

Year
1985
Language
English
Publisher
Harvard University Press
Editions
2
Pages
336
ISBN
9780674202832

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