| Sumario: | This book, a Spanish translation of Steven Shapin's 'Never Pure,' offers a comprehensive collection of his influential essays on the history of science. It explores how scientific knowledge is shaped by cultural, social, and historical contexts. The work delves into topics such as the credibility and authority of scientific knowledge, the role of social interactions in scientific development, and the identity of scientists across different periods and regions. Shapin's essays reveal the complex interplay between science and society, emphasizing a localized approach to historical research. This collection is essential for understanding Shapin's broader contributions to the sociology of scientific knowledge and is suitable for scholars in history, sociology, and philosophy of science.
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