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Philosophy of Ecology

Name: Philosophy of Ecology
Brand: University of Georgia Press
SKU: 9780820322209
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Contributors:

David R. Keller (Editor), Frank B. Golley (Editor), Daniel Simberloff (Contribution by)

Publisher:

University of Georgia Press

Binding:

Paperback

Book Category:

Science

Book Subcategory:

Life Sciences, Philosophy & Social Aspects

Book Topic:

Ecology

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Release Date:

2000-12-05

ISBN 13:

9780820322209

Weight:

1.17 lbs

Size:

9.12 x 6.46 x 0.98 inches

Pages:

384

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This is the first introductory anthology on the philosophy of ecology edited by an ecologist and a philosopher. It illustrates the range of philosophical approaches available to ecologists and provides a basis for understanding the thinking on which many of today's environmental ideas are founded. Collectively, these seminal readings make a powerful statement on the value of ecological knowledge and thinking in alleviating the many problems of modern industrial civilization.

Issues covered include:
the challenges of defining scientific ecology, tracing its genealogy, and distinguishing the science from various forms of "ecological-like" thinking
the ontology of ecological entities and processes
selected concepts of community, stability, diversity, and niche
the methodology of ecology (rationalism and empiricism, reductionism and holism)
the significance of evolutionary law for ecological science

About the Author
David R. Keller (Editor)
DAVID R. KELLER is an assistant professor of philosophy and director of the Center for the Study of Ethics at Utah Valley State College.

Frank B. Golley (Editor)
FRANK B. GOLLEY (1930-2006) was Research Professor of Ecology, professor of zoology, and professor of environmental design at the University of Georgia. His books include A Primer for Environmental Literacy, A History of the Ecosystem Concept, and Tropical Rainforest Systems.

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