"What is truth? is a clear and comprehensive introduction to the philosophy of science that will equally appeal to students of the humanities, the social sciences and the natural sciences. With a solid footing in the history of classical philosophy, the book offers an in-depth discussion of among others, Karl Popper, Thomas Kuhn, Hans-Georg Gadamer and Jacques Derrida. The book also discusses recent developments in the philosophy of science, such as post-Kuhnian philosophy, and the current interest in "objectivity". Ian Hacking and Bruno Latour serve as sources of inspiration. According to Chunglin Kwa, there is not one rationality of science but several, each with its own logic and legitimate claim to truth. Six such styles of scientific reasoning can be established, pervading the sciences (including the humanities) in different combinations. The latter focus provides the book with an outstanding interdisciplinary outlook"--Page 4 of cover