Featuring 80 of the 130 papers by Drake, this three-volume collection delves into his extensive research on Galileo, alongside insights into medieval and early modern science, particularly in mechanics. It serves as a crucial companion to Drake's translations and other works, providing a comprehensive look at his contributions to the understanding of scientific history.
Focusing on Galileo and the evolution of science, this three-volume collection features 80 of the 130 papers by Drake, highlighting his contributions to the understanding of mechanics and early modern science. It serves as a vital supplement to Drake's translations and other writings, offering valuable insights into the historical context and significance of his work.
In a startling reinterpretation of the evidence, Stillman Drake advances the hypothesis that Galileo's trial and condemnation by the Inquisition was caused not by his defiance of the Church, but by the hostility of contemporary philosophers.
Directing his polemics against the pedantry of his time, Galileo, as his own popularizer, addressed his writings to contemporary laymen. His support of Copernican cosmology, against the Church's strong opposition, his development of a telescope, and his unorthodox opinions as a philosopher of science were the central concerns of his career and the subjects of four of his most important writings. Drake's introductory essay place them in their biographical and historical context.
Focusing on Galileo and the evolution of mechanics, this three-volume collection features 80 out of 130 papers by Drake, providing in-depth insights into medieval and early modern science. It serves as a vital supplement to his translations and other works, enriching the reader's understanding of scientific developments during this transformative period.
From historical balloons to the magnificent busy skies of the modern balloon festival, and featuring an array of stunning landscapes and abstract and fantastical designs, this colouring book is sure to fire the imagination and captivate users for hours.
„Und sie bewegt sich doch“, dieser Satz machte Galileo Galilei weltberühmt - und zum Ketzer. Er revolutionierte das Weltbild und wurde in einem aufsehenerregenden Prozess 1633 verurteilt. Eine großartige Einführung in seine wissenschaftliche Methode, die von überwältigender Bedeutung für die Entwicklung der modernen Physik wurde und zur endgültigen Trennung von Philosophie und Wissenschaft führte.
