Understanding Science - A Cultural Reader for University Students. Volume on Science and Culture

Author: Liu Bing
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Publish Date: 2004-11-01
Features: "Understanding Science" is an anthology of science and culture selected for university students. The book aims to bridge the gap between scientific and humanistic cultures. From various science and culture books, it has chosen representative works, which are roughly divided into eight parts based on the fields they cover and the academic implications they contain: Facing Science, Understanding Scientists, Science and Beauty, The Social Responsibility of Scientists, The Naturalistic Sentiment of Scientists, Humanistic Perspectives, Protecting Nature, and Scientific Theories. Reading this book helps readers deepen their understanding and grasp of the cultural connotations of science from a humanistic perspective.