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Why Trust Science?
Book • 2019
In *Why Trust Science?
*, Naomi Oreskes offers a compelling defense of science by emphasizing its social character as the foundation for trustworthiness.
The book explores the history and philosophy of science, arguing that consensus and collective vetting of claims are crucial indicators of scientific reliability.
It features critical responses from experts like Ottmar Edenhofer and Marc Lange, and a foreword by Stephen Macedo.
*, Naomi Oreskes offers a compelling defense of science by emphasizing its social character as the foundation for trustworthiness.
The book explores the history and philosophy of science, arguing that consensus and collective vetting of claims are crucial indicators of scientific reliability.
It features critical responses from experts like Ottmar Edenhofer and Marc Lange, and a foreword by Stephen Macedo.
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Why Trust Science? by Naomi Oreskes | ARI Bookshelf