Medieval and Early Modern Science, Volume II: Science in the Later Middle Ages and Early Modern Times: XIII-XVII Centuries

by A. C. Crombie

Science in the Middle Ages (volume 2)

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""Medieval and Early Modern Science, V2: Science in the Later Middle Ages and Early Modern Times, Thirteenth to Seventeenth Centuries"" is a comprehensive book written by A.C. Crombie. This book is the second volume in the series and it focuses on the scientific advancements made during the later Middle Ages and early modern times. The book covers the period from the thirteenth to the seventeenth centuries and provides an in-depth analysis of the scientific developments during this era.The show more book covers a wide range of topics including astronomy, physics, mathematics, and medicine. It explores the contributions made by various scientists and scholars during this period, including Copernicus, Galileo, and Newton. The book also delves into the philosophical and religious implications of these scientific advancements, highlighting the conflicts that arose between science and religion during this time.The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to readers of all levels. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of science and the impact of scientific advancements on society. Overall, ""Medieval and Early Modern Science, V2: Science in the Later Middle Ages and Early Modern Times, Thirteenth to Seventeenth Centuries"" is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of science and the evolution of human knowledge.In Two Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work. show less

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HISTORIA DE LA CIENCIA.DE SAN AGUSTÍN A GALILEO

En este segundo volumen de la Historia de la Ciencia se presenta una exposición de la evolución de las ideas sobre el método científico y las críticas de los principios fundamentales del sistema del siglo XIII realizadas desde finales del siglo XII al XV, lo que preparó el camino para cambios más radicales en los siglos XVI y XVII. El último apartado está dedicado a la propia Revolución científica: «La aplicación de los métodos matemáticos a la Mecánica», «La Astronomía y la nueva Mecánica», «Anatomía y morfología y embriología animales comparadas», «Filosofía de la Ciencia y concepto de la Naturaleza en la revolución científica», etcétera.

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Medieval and Early Modern Science, Volume II: Science in the Later Middle Ages and Early Modern Times: XIII-XVII Centuries
Original publication date
1952
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Original (1952) title was the single volume Augustine to Galileo: The History of Science A.D. 400-1650. Revised and reissued as two volumes: Medieval and Early Modern Science: Science in the Middle Ages V-XIII Centu... (show all)ries and Medieval and Early Modern Science: Science in the Later Middle Ages and Early Modern Times XIII-XVII Centuries

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Science & Nature, Nonfiction, History, General Nonfiction, Philosophy
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509Natural sciences & mathematicsScienceHistory, geographic treatment, biography
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Q125 .C68ScienceScience (General)General
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