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Does science aim at providing an account of the world that is <i>literally</i> true or <i>objectively</i> true? Understanding the difference requires paying close attention to metaphor and its role in science. In <i>The Third Lens</i>, Andrew S. Reynolds argues that metaphors, like microscopes and other instruments, are a vital tool in the construction of scientific knowledge and explanations of how the world works. More than just rhetorical devices for conveying difficult ideas, metaphors provi

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Author

Andrew S. VNV Reynolds

Publisher

University of Chicago Press; The University of Chicago Press

Published

2018

Language

EN

ISBN

9780226563268

Category

science

Subjects

Science, Philosophy, Philosophy & Social Aspects

Rating

4.5 / 5 (2 ratings)

Updated

2026-03-14