Science Between Myth and History

Science Between Myth and History
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Publisher : Oxford University Press
Total Pages : 366
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ISBN-10 : 9780198864967
ISBN-13 : 0198864965
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Book Synopsis Science Between Myth and History by : José G. Perillán

Download or read book Science Between Myth and History written by José G. Perillán and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2021 with total page 366 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Science Between Myth and History explores scientific storytelling and its implications on the teaching, practice, and public perception of science. In communicating their science, scientists tend to use historical narratives for important rhetorical purposes. This text explores the implications of doing this.


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