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The book explores the remarkable advancements made by geologists, paleontologists, and archaeologists in understanding the deep past despite limited evidence. It highlights the concept of "methodological omnivores," emphasizing the diverse strategies these scientists employ to uncover historical truths. Notably, the discovery of a new prehistoric species from a single fossilized tooth illustrates their innovative approaches. Additionally, the author delves into the philosophical implications of historical science, examining the interplay between past and present, evidence, and scientific progress.
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Rock, Bone, and Ruin, Adrian Currie
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- Année de publication
- 2024
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- Titre
- Rock, Bone, and Ruin
- Sous-titre
- An Optimist's Guide to the Historical Sciences
- Langue
- Anglais
- Auteurs
- Adrian Currie
- Éditeur
- MIT Press
- Publié
- 2024
- Format
- souple
- Pages
- 384
- ISBN13
- 9780262552035
- Séries
- Mots clés
- Nonfiction, Science
- Évaluation
- 4,05 sur 5
- Description
- The book explores the remarkable advancements made by geologists, paleontologists, and archaeologists in understanding the deep past despite limited evidence. It highlights the concept of "methodological omnivores," emphasizing the diverse strategies these scientists employ to uncover historical truths. Notably, the discovery of a new prehistoric species from a single fossilized tooth illustrates their innovative approaches. Additionally, the author delves into the philosophical implications of historical science, examining the interplay between past and present, evidence, and scientific progress.