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The Science & Philosophy of the Organism
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BiologyHistory & Philosophy of Science
ISBN13: 9781025342849
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 360
Weight: 1.11
Height: 0.75 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Science & Philosophy of the Organism is an influential exploration of the foundations of biology, based on the Gifford Lectures delivered by the acclaimed biologist and philosopher Hans Driesch. This work represents a significant challenge to the purely mechanistic views of life prevalent in the early 20th century, advocating instead for a sophisticated theory of vitalism. Driesch, utilizing his background in experimental embryology, argues that the processes of development, regeneration, and regulation in living beings suggest an inherent purposiveness that cannot be fully explained by physical and chemical laws alone.
The book introduces the concept of the entelechy-a non-spatial, intensive factor that directs the morphogenesis of the individual. By bridging the gap between empirical observation and metaphysical inquiry, the work provides a systematic analysis of the autonomy of life and the unique nature of biological systems. This volume is an essential text for students and scholars interested in the history of science, the philosophy of biology, and the intellectual struggle to define the essence of living organisms. The Science & Philosophy of the Organism remains a landmark contribution to the dialogue between the natural sciences and philosophical thought.
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