An introduction to many issues in the philosophy of science which is both engaging and as rigorous as needs be make sure to check out the chapter on the magical view of language a thoroughly under explored philosophical concept which carnap introduces in this book. An introduction to the philosophy of science author lisa bortolotti publisher polity release date 2008 12 03 genre philosophy pages 199 isbn 10 uom39015080838140. An introduction to the philosophy of science provides a lively and accessible introduction to current key issues and debates in this area the classic philosophical questions about methodology progress rationality and reality are addressed by reference to examples from the full range of natural and social sciences. Courier corporation jul 11 2012 science 336 pages 0 reviews one of the most creative philosophers of the 20th century rudolf carnap presented a series of science lectures at the university of california in 1958 the present volume is an outgrowth of that seminar which dealt with the philosophical foundations of physics