"The Philosophy of Discovery: Historical and Critical Chapters" is an outstanding work by the famous English philosopher and scientist William Whewell. In this book, the author examines the process of discovery as an important aspect of scientific activity, considering it as a philosophical problem. Paying due attention to historical examples, Whewell reveals the important principles and methods by which scientific discoveries are made. This book is an important source for understanding the philosophy of science and the process of formation of new knowledge.