The Edge of Objectivity: An Essay in the History of Scientific Ideas

This hardcover edition shows signs of age with some wear on the spine and corners. The pages are intact and clean, with no inscriptions or markings. The absence of a dust jacket is noted, and the cover displays some fading and minor scuffing.

"The Edge of Objectivity: An Essay in the History of Scientific Ideas" by Charles Coulston Gillispie is a seminal work published by Princeton University Press in Princeton, New Jersey. This particular edition is the third printing from 1966. Gillispie, a renowned historian of science, explores the evolution of scientific thought and the role of objectivity in modern science. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of scientific progress from Galileo's motion theories to the development of evolution and relativity. This volume is particularly valuable for its in-depth examination of the philosophical underpinnings of science. This third printing is a testament to the enduring relevance of Gillispie's insights. The book is in a standard hardcover format, with its condition reflecting typical wear for its age.