The Sociology of Science: Theoretical and Empirical Investigations by Robert K. Merton

University of Chicago Press, 1979-09-15. Edition Unstated. paperback. Used: Good.

University of Chicago Press. Very Good-. 1979. Paperback. 0226520927 . A few pages contain highlighting. Great overall condition. Minor cosmetic wear. No noteworthy blemishes. No writing. ; 6 X 1.7 X 9 inches; 605 pages .

University of Chicago Press, 1979-09-15. Edition Unstated. paperback. Used:Good.

Paperback / softback. New. "The exploration of the social conditions that facilitate or retard the search for scientific knowledge has been the major theme of Robert K. Merton's work for forty years. This collection of papers [is] a fascinating overview of this sustained inquiry. . . . There are very few other books in sociology . . . with such meticulous scholarship, or so elegant a style. This collection of papers is, and is likely to remain for a long time, one of the most important books in sociology."--Joseph Ben-David, New York Times Book Review "The novelty of the approach, the erudition and elegance, and the unusual breadth of vision make this volume one of the most important contributions to sociology in general and to the sociology of science in particular. . . . Merton's Sociology of Science is a magisterial summary of the field."--Yehuda Elkana, American Journal of Sociology "Merton's work provides a rich feast for any scientist… Read More

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Univ of Chicago Pr, 1979. Paperback. New. 636 pages. 9.25x6.25x1.25 inches.