Quantification A History Of The Meaning Of Measurement In The Natural And Social Sciences

Quantification: A History of the Meaning of Measurement in the Natural and Social Sciences is a comprehensive exploration of the concept of quantification and its role in shaping the development of science. Written by Harry Woolf, a professor of history and philosophy of science, the book covers the history of measurement from ancient times to the present day, examining the ways in which measurement has been used to understand and explain the natural world.The book is divided into three parts, each of which focuses on a different aspect of quantification. Part one explores the origins of measurement, tracing its roots back to ancient civilizations and examining the ways in which early societies used measurement to understand the world around them. Part two looks at the development of measurement in the natural sciences, including physics, chemistry, and biology, and how it has been used to advance our understanding of the universe.Part three examines the role of measurement in the social sciences, including economics, sociology, and psychology, and how it has been used to study human behavior and social structures. Throughout the book, Woolf emphasizes the importance of measurement in scientific inquiry, and argues that it has played a crucial role in shaping the modern world.Overall, Quantification: A History of the Meaning of Measurement in the Natural and Social Sciences is a fascinating exploration of the concept of quantification, and its impact on the development of science and society. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of science, or the ways in which measurement has shaped our understanding of the world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.