An introduction to logic and scientific method vs The principles of science: Which Should You Read?
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An introduction to logic and scientific method
Much as he considered himself a philosopher, Morris Raphael Cohen was also immersed in the machinery of social life. From his first years of "engagement" as a volunteer teacher in Thomas Davidson's school for…
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The principles of science
With centuries of literature, it's inevitable that some will fall through the cracks. We hunt down public domain works and restore them so they're not lost to the world. Who are we? We're Cairn Press. Our background…
The verdict
- Ratings are close across the board — any is a safe pick by score.
- An introduction to logic and scientific method is the quickest read — about 8 hours vs 15 for The principles of science.
- An introduction to logic and scientific method has the widest readership — 28 ratings behind its score.
How to choose
Scores by source
| An introduction to logic and scientific method | The principles of science | |
|---|---|---|
| Goodreads | 3.7 (28) | 4.2 (4) |
Reception
| An introduction to logic and scientific method | The principles of science | |
|---|---|---|
| Ratings | 28 | 4 |
| Editions | 25 | 47 |
| Want to read | — | 79 |
| Reading it now | — | 4 |
| Written reviews | — | 1 |
| Pages | 467 | 834 |