Includes bibliographical references (pages 165-172) and index.
Illustrations from the laboratory of the mind -- Structure of thought experiments -- Mathematical thinking -- Seeing the laws of nature -- Einstein's brand of verificationism -- Quantum mechanics : a platonic interpretation.
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An investigation into the philosophical implications of thought experiments, which provides accounts of some of the most influential thought experiments in history, including Gallileo's argument on falling bodies and other claims which have challenged scientific philosophers.