SCIENCE AND HYPOTHESIS  (Hardcover, HENRI POINCARÉ)

Science and Hypothesis by Henri Poincaré is a foundational philosophical work that explores the nature of scientific inquiry and the role of hypothesis in the development of scientific theories. Published in 1902, the book is a classic in the philosophy of science, addressing topics such as mathematics, physics, and the conventions underlying scientific laws. Poincaré argues that scientific theories are not mere descriptions of nature but are constructed based on conventions and hypotheses. The book emphasizes the creative and intellectual framework scientists use to interpret observations and experiments. Topics include the nature of geometry, mechanics, probability, and the role of intuition in scientific discovery.