A Tapestry Of Values
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The Fight Against Doubt
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Author : Inmaculada de Melo-Martín
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Release Date : 2018-07-02
The Fight Against Doubt written by Inmaculada de Melo-Martín and has been published by Oxford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-07-02 with Science categories.
The lack of public support for climate change policies and refusals to vaccinate children are just two alarming illustrations of the impacts of dissent about scientific claims. Dissent can lead to confusion, false beliefs, and widespread public doubt about highly justified scientific evidence. Even more dangerously, it has begun to corrode the very authority of scientific consensus and knowledge. Deployed aggressively and to political ends, some dissent can intimidate scientists, stymie research, and lead both the public and policymakers to oppose important public policies firmly rooted in science. To criticize dissent is, however, a fraught exercise. Skepticism and fearless debate are key to the scientific process, making it both vital and incredibly difficult to characterize and identify dissent that is problematic in its approach and consequences. Indeed, as de Melo-Martín and Intemann show, the criteria commonly proposed as means of identifying inappropriate dissent are flawed and the strategies generally recommended to tackle such dissent are not only ineffective but could even make the situation worse. The Fight Against Doubt proposes that progress on this front can best be achieved by enhancing the trustworthiness of the scientific community and by being more realistic about the limits of science when it comes to policymaking. It shows that a richer understanding of the context in which science operates is needed to disarm problematic dissent and those who deploy it. This, the authors argue, is the best way forward, rather than diagnosing the many instances of wrong-headed dissent.
Monoculture
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Author : F. S. Michaels
language : en
Publisher: Red Clover Press
Release Date : 2011-04-25
Monoculture written by F. S. Michaels and has been published by Red Clover Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-04-25 with History categories.
Winner of the George Orwell Award. One of The Atlantic's best books of the year. As human beings, we've always told stories: stories about who we are, where we come from, and where we're going. Now imagine that one of those stories is taking over the others, narrowing our diversity and creating a monoculture. Because of the rise of the economic story, six areas of your world - your work, your relationships with others and the environment, your community, your physical and spiritual health, your education, and your creativity - are changing, or have already changed, in subtle and not-so-subtle ways. And because how you think shapes how you act, the monoculture isn't just changing your mind - it's changing your life. In Monoculture, F.S. Michaels draws on extensive research and makes surprising connections among disciplines to take a big-picture look at how one story is changing everything. Her research and writing have been supported by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada, the Killam Trusts, and regional and municipal arts councils. Michaels has an MBA, and completed five years of PhD studies in Organizational Analysis. She lives in British Columbia, Canada. "A single lucid narrative that's bound to first make you somewhat uncomfortable and insecure, then give you the kind of pause from which you can step back and move forward with more autonomy, authenticity and mindfulness than ever." - The Atlantic "A thin, enrapturing gem. It's accessible, sensible--exactly the sort of book that should have (and still could + should!) take off and create a tiny little dent in books." - Kenyon Review "A smart and realistic guide to first recognizing the monoculture and the challenges of transcending its limitations." - Maria Popova, BrainPickings.org "I found myself reading non-stop, underlining like crazy...an astute explanation about what I've been feeling recently, something I couldn't put my finger on...[Michaels] writes in clear, energetic prose that's thoughtful, engaging and unforced. She defines and analyzes without judgment or insistence...a breath of fresh air." - NPR "...a singularly brilliant and accessible analysis of some of the fundamental assumptions and driving principles of our time." - Comment Magazine "5 stars: The cause and effect of our world is more surprising than you'd think. With intriguing notions about the driving ideas of stories in every shape of our life, "Monoculture" is an incredibly fascinating way about how the mind works and today's consumer culture." - Midwest Book Review "If you just read one book this year, read this one." - BuriedInPrint.com
What Makes Time Special
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Author : Craig Callender
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Release Date : 2017
What Makes Time Special written by Craig Callender and has been published by Oxford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017 with Philosophy categories.
The flow of time is a deep, significant and universal aspect of human life. Yet it remains a mystery and many dismiss the flow of time as illusory. Craig Callender explores this puzzle, and offers a fascinating explanation of why creatures experience time as flowing - even if, as physics suggests, it isn't.
Weaving Modernism
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Author : K. L. H. Wells
language : en
Publisher: Yale University Press
Release Date : 2019-01-01
Weaving Modernism written by K. L. H. Wells and has been published by Yale University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-01-01 with Art categories.
An unprecedented study that reveals tapestry's role as a modernist medium and a model for the movement's discourse on both sides of the Atlantic in the decades following World War II
Patriotic Elaborations
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Author : Charles Blattberg
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2009
Patriotic Elaborations written by Charles Blattberg and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009 with Philosophy categories.
How an understanding of dialogue supports original approaches to politics, ethics, religion, and aesthetics.
The Vanity Of Small Differences
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Author : Grayson Perry
language : en
Publisher: Hayward Pub
Release Date : 2013
The Vanity Of Small Differences written by Grayson Perry and has been published by Hayward Pub this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013 with Art categories.
Telling a story of class and taste, aspiration and identity, tapestry series The Vanity of Small Differences saw Turner Prize-winning artist Grayson Perry travel the length and breadth of the UK, 'on safari amongst the taste tribes of Britain'. The result is a monumental exploration of the 'emotional investment we make in the things we choose to live with, wear, eat, read or drive.'The six vibrant and highly detailed tapestries presented here bear the influence both of early Renaissance painting and of William Hogarth's moralising series, literally weaving characters, incidents and objects from the artist's research into a modern-day version of A Rake's Progress (1733).Featuring essays by journalist Suzanne Moore (The Guardian, The Mail) and Grayson Perry, alongside extensive commentary on each of the tapestries and their making, this book is an essential companion to one of the key contemporary art works of the last decade.Published on the occasion of the Hayward Touring UK exhibition Grayson Perry: The Vanity of Small Differences, touring in 2013–14 to Sunderland Museum in the Wintergarden (27 June – 29 September 2013), Manchester Art Gallery (31 October 2013 – 31 January 2014), Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery (14 February – 11 May 2014), Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool (May – July 2014), Leeds Art Gallery (August – October 2014).
The Patterning Instinct
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Author : Jeremy R. Lent
language : en
Publisher: Prometheus Books
Release Date : 2017
The Patterning Instinct written by Jeremy R. Lent and has been published by Prometheus Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017 with Nature categories.
"Explores key patterns of meaning underlying various cultures, from ancient times to the present, showing how values emerge from the ways in which cultures find meaning and how those values shape the future"--
A Tapestry Of Values
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Author : Kevin Christopher Elliott
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2017
A Tapestry Of Values written by Kevin Christopher Elliott and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017 with Philosophy categories.
This book provides an easily accessible introduction to the roles that values play in scientific research. It examines case studies from a wide variety of research areas, and it highlights multiple strategies for fostering engagement between stakeholders so that value influences can be identified and subjected to critical scrutiny.
A Tapestry Of Values
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Author : Kevin C. Elliott
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Release Date : 2017-01-02
A Tapestry Of Values written by Kevin C. Elliott and has been published by Oxford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-01-02 with Science categories.
The role of values in scientific research has become an important topic of discussion in both scholarly and popular debates. Pundits across the political spectrum worry that research on topics like climate change, evolutionary theory, vaccine safety, and genetically modified foods has become overly politicized. At the same time, it is clear that values play an important role in science by limiting unethical forms of research and by deciding what areas of research have the greatest relevance for society. Deciding how to distinguish legitimate and illegitimate influences of values in scientific research is a matter of vital importance. Recently, philosophers of science have written a great deal on this topic, but most of their work has been directed toward a scholarly audience. This book makes the contemporary philosophical literature on science and values accessible to a wide readership. It examines case studies from a variety of research areas, including climate science, anthropology, chemical risk assessment, ecology, neurobiology, biomedical research, and agriculture. These cases show that values have necessary roles to play in identifying research topics, choosing research questions, determining the aims of inquiry, responding to uncertainty, and deciding how to communicate information. Kevin Elliott focuses not just on describing roles for values but also on determining when their influences are actually appropriate. He emphasizes several conditions for incorporating values in a legitimate fashion, and highlights multiple strategies for fostering engagement between stakeholders so that value influences can be subjected to careful and critical scrutiny.
The Struggle For A Generation Discovering Hope And Meaning In A World Of Choices
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Author : Pasquale De Marco
language : en
Publisher: Pasquale De Marco
Release Date : 2025-07-15
The Struggle For A Generation Discovering Hope And Meaning In A World Of Choices written by Pasquale De Marco and has been published by Pasquale De Marco this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2025-07-15 with Self-Help categories.
In an era of unprecedented choices and relentless change, The Struggle for a Generation: Discovering Hope and Meaning in a World of Choices offers a lifeline of hope and guidance for navigating the complexities of modern life. Drawing on a tapestry of wisdom from diverse sources, this thought-provoking book delves into the profound questions that shape our existence, helping readers discover meaning, purpose, and fulfillment in a world that often feels overwhelming. With a keen eye for observation and a compassionate heart, Pasquale De Marco explores the challenges and opportunities that define our human experience. Through insightful reflections and practical advice, readers are guided on a journey of self-discovery, empowering them to embrace authenticity, overcome adversity, and cultivate meaningful relationships. The Struggle for a Generation: Discovering Hope and Meaning in a World of Choices is a clarion call to action, urging readers to break free from the confines of societal expectations and embark on a quest for personal fulfillment. It challenges readers to confront their fears, ignite their passions, and pursue their dreams with unwavering determination. In a world that often feels disconnected and fragmented, The Struggle for a Generation: Discovering Hope and Meaning in a World of Choices weaves together a tapestry of human experiences, reminding us of the interconnectedness of all living beings. It celebrates the power of community and the transformative impact of human connection, fostering a sense of belonging and support in an increasingly isolating world. With its tapestry of wisdom, The Struggle for a Generation: Discovering Hope and Meaning in a World of Choices is an indispensable guide for anyone seeking to navigate the complexities of modern life with grace, resilience, and purpose. It is a book that will resonate with readers of all ages, backgrounds, and walks of life, leaving a lasting legacy of hope and inspiration. If you like this book, write a review!