02524cam a22003493u 4500 44388 UtSlPG 20260610134023.0 m cr n 260607r2013||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 B Driesch, Hans, 1867-1941 The Science and Philosophy of the Organism Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2013 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Gifford lectures, 1907 Release date is 2013-12-08 Produced by Marilynda Fraser-Cunliffe, Thiers Halliwell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "The Science and Philosophy of the Organism" by Hans Driesch is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The work encompasses a systematic exploration of biological topics relevant to the philosophy of nature, positioning Driesch as a vital contributor to the discourse on organismal biology. The author aims to establish a definitive framework regarding vitalism, the characteristics of biological systems, and the developmental processes of organisms, particularly focusing on how these elements relate to broader philosophical inquiries. The beginning of the book introduces Driesch's motivations and context for delivering the Gifford Lectures at the University of Aberdeen. He outlines his intent to engage with biological phenomena in a way that transcends mere empirical observation, leading into a philosophy that examines natural processes. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the interactive dynamics between scientific discoveries and their philosophical implications, particularly in relation to development and the essence of life itself. The opening portion sets the stage for a thorough investigation into both empirical and theoretical aspects of biology, using specific case studies from embryology, notably that of sea-urchins, providing a rich foundation for future discussions on the organism's nature. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Science -- Philosophy Organism (Philosophy) Biology -- Philosophy Gifford lectures, 1907 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/44388 85227 85227