A Short History of Science to the Nineteenth CenturyThis early work on scientific history is both expensive and hard to find in its first edition. It contains details of the developments and pivotal moments in science from the ancient Greeks to the nineteenth century. This is a fascinating work and is thoroughly recommended for anyone with an interest in the history of science. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. |
Contents
THE FAILURE OF NERVE Divorce of Science and Philosophy 300 В С | |
THE FAILURE OF INSPIRATION Science the Handmaid of Practice | |
THE FAILURE OF KNOWLEDGE The Middle Ages A D 4001400 | |
THE REVIVAL OF LEARNING The Rise of Humanism 12501600 | |
THE INSURGENT CENTURY Downfall of Aristotle 16001700 | |
THE MECHANICAL WORLD | |
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