Routledge Frames of Meaning - History & Philosophy of Science

Explore the complex boundaries of scientific thought with Frames of Meaning: The Social Construction of Extraordinary Science. Published by Routledge as part of the Library Editions in History & Philosophy of Science, this work provides a deep look into how different communities interpret reality through distinct rational categories. The book offers a radical interpretation of the Kuhnian concept of paradigm incommensurability. It examines the challenges of understanding ideas when they exist within different frameworks and applies this lens to the field of parapsychology. By reviewing relevant literature, the text investigates how parapsychology relates to established fields such as physics, psychology, and quantum theory. Moving beyond purely theoretical discussions, the authors include an empirical study focused on metal bending. This combination of theoretical analysis and empirical investigation makes it a significant resource for those studying the philosophy of science and the social construction of knowledge. This edition brings a classic 1982 study to a modern audience interested in the limits and definitions of scientific practice.