Science and Knowledge Sociology — Translation Series of Knowledge and Society

Author: (English) Michael Mulkay, translated by Lin Juren et al.
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Publish Date: 2001-12-22
Features: How exactly did the scientific knowledge we possess today, derived from the wisdom of our predecessors, emerge from the "great dyeing pot" of society? What impact did this "manufacturing" process have on scientific knowledge? This book, written in a narrative-discussion style with a concise and lively tone, summarizes the social dimensions of significant discoveries in the history of science and the main arguments of the sociology of scientific knowledge. While addressing such questions, it also reflects the author's fundamental perspectives on the sociology of scientific knowledge. Readers can not only gain relevant historical background knowledge and inspiration but also "follow the map to find the treasure," further conducting their own research and exploration.