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In the Keeping of Unreason.

Authors :
Oppenheimer, J. Robert
Source :
Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists; Jan1960, Vol. 16 Issue 1, p18-22, 5p, 2 Diagrams
Publication Year :
1960

Abstract

The article discusses the relations between the scientific explosions and the excellence achieved from a common discourse during the mid-20th century. Primarily, the author cited three related bodies which blurred the image of common discourse; first, is the size of the world and its communities; second, is the generally egalitarian and inclusive view in which there are no a priori restrictions on who is to participate in the discourse; and third, is the rapidity with which the preoccupations and circumstances are altered. Aside from the three points mentioned, the growth of science is likewise mentioned as one which affects the image of the public sector. As further exposited by the author, the great sciences of today has risen in philosophical discourse and in technical invention.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00963402
Volume :
16
Issue :
1
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
21386000
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1080/00963402.1960.11454041