Philosophy of Scientific Theories. The First Essay: Names and Realities

This book review examines Philosophy of Scientific Theories: the First Essay - Names and Realities by Olexander Gabovich and Volodymyr Kuznetsov, focusing on its central proposal that scientific theories can be understood as structured polysystems shaped by naming practices, conceptual reconstruction, and historical development. The authors’ framework is analyzed with particular attention to the epistemic function of scientific naming and the methodological implications of theory reconfiguration. The review situates the book within contemporary debates in philosophy of science, highlighting both its originality and its potential contribution to discussions on theory structure, realism, and conceptual change. While acknowledging certain conceptual and methodological tensions, the essay argues that the work offers a stimulating and ambitious perspective on how scientific knowledge is organized and interpreted.