Scientific Inference - Harold Jeffreys

The "Scientific Inference" manual, authored by Harold Jeffreys and published by Muller Press, is a comprehensive work that delves into the principles of scientific inquiry. Originally published in 1931, this manual is the result of collaborative efforts between Dr. Dorothy Wrinch and the author. It emphasizes the significance of learning from experience and drawing inferences beyond direct sensory data, a guiding principle applicable to both scientific and everyday knowledge.

Unlike other publications on the subject, "Scientific Inference" boldly adopts the principle as a primitive postulate and explores its implications. It justifies the high probabilities associated with simple quantitative laws and redefines the processes involved in description. The manual also provides insights into the development of the sciences of mensuration and dynamics, illustrating the actual relations of scientific laws to experience.

Harold Jeffreys, driven by the necessity to apply physical laws beyond their original scope in cosmogony and geophysics, offers a unique perspective on the challenges of extrapolation in scientific inquiry. This manual, available since 2013, is a valuable resource for professional mechanics and DIY enthusiasts seeking to deepen their understanding of scientific inference.

• Author: Harold Jeffreys
• Publisher: Muller Press
• Illustration: Not available
• Language: English
• Pages: 260 (Encrypted)
• On Sale: 2013-04-16
• SKU-13/ISBN: 9781443731027
• Category: Science : General