The Origins of Modern Science: From Antiquity to the Scientific Revolution

ISBN-13: 9781316649701 / Angielski / Miękka / 2021 / 412 str.

Ofer (University of Sydney) Gal

Opis

The first textbook to cover the history of science from antiquity through the Scientific Revolution.

Recenzje

'This book is an excellent overview of the early history of science and covers the ideas and personalities of the time in a highly readable format. Particularly useful are the references, primary sources, and suggestions for further reading. It deserves to be well thumbed by all with an interest in the history of science and medicine.' Arpan K. Banerjee, Hektoen International Journal

Spis treści

1. Cathedrals; 2. Greek Thought; 3. The Birth of Astronomy; 4. Medieval Learning; 5. The Seeds of Revolution; 6. Magic; 7. The Moving Earth; 8. Medicine and the Body; 9. The New Science; 10. The Road to the Principia.