The Golem by Harry Collins
What You Should Know about Science
An engaging exploration of how scientific knowledge is actually produced, arguing that research is a human, fallible, and social endeavor rather than a purely logical march to truth. Using case studies of famous experiments and controversies—including disputed claims, failed replications, and the role of tacit skills—it shows how evidence is interpreted within communities and how consensus forms through negotiation and closure. The portrait that emerges demystifies science as powerful yet imperfect, urging readers to approach scientific claims with both respect and critical awareness.
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- Published
- 1993
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 192-208
- Original Language
- English
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