Trust in Numbers - by Theodore M Porter (Paperback)

The book "Trust in Numbers" by Theodore M.

Porter is a groundbreaking work that delves into the reasons behind the prestige of quantitative methods in social investigation.

The author challenges the common assumption that quantification is desirable in social science due to its successes in natural sciences, and instead argues that political and social pressures are the primary drivers of quantitative rigor.

Porter sheds light on the cultural contexts that give rise to objectivity and provides a fresh perspective on the role of quantification in various fields, including psychology, physics, and medicine.

With a new preface tackling the current infatuation with quantitative methods at the intersection of science and bureaucracy, this book is an essential read for anyone interested in understanding the complex relationship between numbers and social investigation.