W. A. Wallace Livres

Exploring the intellectual landscape of the sixteenth century, William A. Wallace delves into Galileo's formative influences, emphasizing the debate between nominalism and realism that shaped modern science. This volume serves as a companion to his earlier work, revealing previously uncovered sources that highlight the complexities of scientific development. Wallace navigates the tension between continuity and discontinuity in scientific progress, aligning with notable scholars while affirming Galileo's revolutionary contributions to knowledge and reasoning.

This volume serves as a companion study to a translation of Galileo's MS 27, focusing on his engagement with Aristotle's Posterior Analytics. It aims to introduce English readers to a complex sixteenth-century logic of discovery and proof that significantly influenced seventeenth-century research. The manuscript's fragmentary nature and the challenging content necessitate careful explanation of its structure and editorial choices. Recent scholarship has shed light on Galileo's experimental work at Padua, enhancing the understanding of his contributions prior to his groundbreaking telescope discoveries.

William A. Wallace translates a previously hidden manuscript by Galileo, providing modern readers access to his logical treatises. The volume includes an extensive introduction detailing the manuscript's origins and relevance, along with notes that connect it to Wallace's companion work on Galileo's logic. An essential resource for scholars.