The Freedom of Science (eBook)

Enriched edition. Exploring the Intersection of Knowledge, Liberty, and Scientific Progress in a Thought-Provoking Narrative

Josef Donat (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2020
494 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-406609916-9 (EAN)

Infos

In "The Freedom of Science," Josef Donat embarks on an incisive exploration of the dynamic interplay between scientific inquiry and societal constraints. The book adopts a erudite style, interweaving philosophical reflections with empirical case studies, which underscores the pivotal role of intellectual freedom in advancing human knowledge. Set against a backdrop of historical and contemporary challenges to scientific autonomy, Donat crafts a compelling argument about the intrinsic value of unrestricted exploration and its implications for progress in the modern world. Josef Donat, a prominent figure in the philosophy of science, has been a vocal advocate for academic freedom throughout his career. His extensive background in both scientific research and social philosophy informs this narrative, revealing the systemic obstacles that scholars often face. Drawing from his own experiences and historical precedents, Donat's insights are heavily influenced by his commitment to fostering open discourse, reflecting a deep understanding of the threats posed by censorship and dogma in the academic realm. I highly recommend "The Freedom of Science" for anyone interested in the intersection of science, ethics, and society. This book not only serves as an essential guide for scholars and policymakers but also challenges readers to reconsider the value of intellectual freedom in their own lives. Donat's profound insights resonate well beyond the academic community, making this work timely and relevant for all who seek to understand the foundational principles that underpin human advancement.

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Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.3.2020
• Einführung: Alicia Stevens
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Alicia Stevens
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Philosophie
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Religion / Theologie
• Themenwelt: Sozialwissenschaften ► Soziologie ► Gender Studies
• Schlagworte: authorship • Catholic Church • Christian theology • Classic Literature • contemporary insights • Critical analysis • enlightening arguments • Freedom of • free thought • historical context • History of Science • intellectual freedom • knowledge pursuit • liberty and progress • Literary criticism • Literary Theory • modernism • Mythology • philosophical discourse • philosophy of science • Rationalism • Religion and Science • Religions • research ethics • science and society • scientific exploration • Scientific Literature • societal constraints • Teaching