Principe, Lawrence M.
The Scientific Revolution: A Very Short Introduction
- ISBN 13:
- 9780199567416
- author:
- Principe, Lawrence M.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- OUP Oxford
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2011
- Pages:
- 144
- Dimensions:
- 17.3 x 10.7 x 1.5 cm
- Genre:
- History of science
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Scientific Revolution: A Very Short Introduction by Lawrence M. Principe In the 16th and 17th centuries, a profound transformation took place as thinkers and scientists explored the natural world with unprecedented fervour. New ideas and discoveries reshaped human understanding, forcing individuals to redefine themselves in response to the emerging knowledge. From astronomy and geography to medicine and physics, a diverse range of disciplines underwent significant developments during this period. The work of prominent figures such as Copernicus, Galileo, and Newton was accompanied by that of lesser-known contributors who made equally important contributions. This Very Short Introduction delves into the exciting advancements in various scientific fields, presenting the historical context, reasoning, and motivations behind these groundbreaking discoveries. By examining the perspectives of the key figures involved, this book dispels common myths about the history of science, offering a fresh and nuanced understanding of the Scientific Revolution.
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