A History of Western Science (Paperback)

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Editorial: Taylor & Francis Ltd, London, 2023

1032346507 / 9781032346502

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Paperback. A History of Western Science: The Basics offers a short introduction to the history of Western science that is accessible to all through avoiding technical language and mathematical intricacies. A coherent narrative of how science developed in interaction with society over time is also provided in this comprehensive guide.The first part discusses the period up to 1700, with a focus on the conceptual shift and new ideas about nature that occurred in early modern Europe. Part two focusses on the practical and institutional aspects of the scientific enterprise and discusses how science established itself in Western society post 1700s, while part three discusses how during the same period modern science has impacted our general view of the world, and reviews some of the major discoveries and debates.Key topics discussed in the book include:Natural philosophy, medicine, and mathematics in the ancient and medieval worldsThe key figures in the history of scienceGalileo, Descartes, Isaac Newton, Darwin and Einsteinas well as lesser-known men and women who have developed the fieldThe development of scientific instruments, the transformation of alchemy into chemistry, weights and measures, the emergence of the modern hospital and its effects on medicine, and the systematic collection of data on meteorology, volcanism, and terrestrial magnetismThe big questions the origins of humans, the nature of reality and the impact of science.As a jargon-free and comprehensive study of the history of Western science, this book is an essential introductory guide for academics and researchers of the history of science, as well as general readers interested in learning more about the field. A History of Western Science: The Basics, offers a short introduction to the history of western science that is accessible to all through avoiding technical language and mathematical intricacies. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability. …

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Título
A History of Western Science (Paperback)
Autor
Rienk Vermij
Editorial
Taylor & Francis Ltd, London
Año de publicación
2023
Estado
new
Encuadernación
Paperback
Idioma
inglés
ISBN 10
1032346507
ISBN 13
9781032346502

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