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"A real blast. No other beginner-level book in philosophy of physics provides such a synoptic view of the subject. But what really makes the book fun is Rickles' ability to convey how astonishing these physical puzzles are, in with an informal, witty voice."
Craig Callender, University of California, San Diego

"A wonderfully insightful and refreshing approach to the philosophy of physics, Rickles' book lays out the philosophical issues in an extremely clear and highly absorbing way, taking the reader on a fascinating journey through the twists and turns that lie at the heart of modern physics. Highly recommended!"
Margaret Morrison, University of Toronto

"The Philosophy of Physics is impressively written in a fully accessible and lively style."
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Table of Contents

Preface

Acknowledgements

1 Interpreting Physical Theories

2 General Concepts of Physics

3 Symmetries in Physics

4 Getting Philosophy from Symmetry

5 Further Adventures in Space and Time

6 Linking Micro to Macro

7 Quantum Philosophy

8 On the Edge: A Snapshot of Advanced Topics

Glossary

Notes

References

The Philosophy of Physics

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      Publisher John Wiley and Sons Ltd
      Published 27 May 2016
      ISBN-13 9780745669823
      978-0745669823
      ISBN-10 0745669824
      Also in:
      Philosophy Philosophy of science

      Description

      Book Synopsis


      Trade Review

      "A real blast. No other beginner-level book in philosophy of physics provides such a synoptic view of the subject. But what really makes the book fun is Rickles' ability to convey how astonishing these physical puzzles are, in with an informal, witty voice."
      Craig Callender, University of California, San Diego

      "A wonderfully insightful and refreshing approach to the philosophy of physics, Rickles' book lays out the philosophical issues in an extremely clear and highly absorbing way, taking the reader on a fascinating journey through the twists and turns that lie at the heart of modern physics. Highly recommended!"
      Margaret Morrison, University of Toronto

      "The Philosophy of Physics is impressively written in a fully accessible and lively style."
      Midwest Book Review



      Table of Contents

      Preface

      Acknowledgements

      1 Interpreting Physical Theories

      2 General Concepts of Physics

      3 Symmetries in Physics

      4 Getting Philosophy from Symmetry

      5 Further Adventures in Space and Time

      6 Linking Micro to Macro

      7 Quantum Philosophy

      8 On the Edge: A Snapshot of Advanced Topics

      Glossary

      Notes

      References

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