Table of Contents

Foreword to the Routledge Classics edition. 1. Science and Tradition 2. General Effects of Scientific Technique 3. Scientific Technique in Oligarchy 4. Democracy and Scientific Technique 5. Science and War 6. Science and Values 7. Can a Scientific Society be Stable? Index

About the Author

Bertrand Russell (1872 - 1970) is regarded as one of the greatest philosophers of the twentieth century and a celebrated writer and commentator on social and political affairs.

Reviews

‘A joy to read' – The Daily Telegraph'A most beautifully written study which shows Russell at the height of his powers.' – Liverpool Daily Post