Two influential books in contemporary philosophy of science

Karl R. Popper's Logic of Scientific Discovery, and Thomas S. Kuhn's Structure of Scientific Revolutions.

Both agree upon the importance of revolutions in science, but differ about the role of criticism in science's revolutionary growth.

Origin of the volume

This volume arose out of a symposium on Kuhn's work, with Popper in the chair, at an international colloquium held in London in 1965.

Contents of the book

The book begins with Kuhn's statement of his position followed by seven essays offering criticism and analysis, and finally by Kuhn's reply.

Intended audience

The book will interest senior undergraduates and graduate students of the philosophy and history of science, as well as professional philosophers, philosophically inclined scientists, and some psychologists and sociologists.