A critique of Shapin's social interpretation of the Edinburgh phrenology debate

Geoffrey N. Cantor

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Summary While many aspects of Shapin's historical thesis (see preceding article) are accepted, this paper raises objections to specific parts of his historical account, and also to the historiographical assumptions underlying his sociological programme. In particular, Shapin's claim to have explained the Edinburgh phrenology debate in social terms is analysed and rejected.

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