Encyclopedia of Cosmology (Routledge Revivals)

Historical, Philosophical, and Scientific Foundations of Modern Cosmology

Nonfiction, Science & Nature, Science, Physics, Cosmology, Other Sciences, History
Cover of the book Encyclopedia of Cosmology (Routledge Revivals) by , Taylor and Francis
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: ISBN: 9781317677659
Publisher: Taylor and Francis Publication: April 8, 2014
Imprint: Routledge Language: English
Author:
ISBN: 9781317677659
Publisher: Taylor and Francis
Publication: April 8, 2014
Imprint: Routledge
Language: English

The Encyclopedia of Cosmology, first published in 1993, recounts the history, philosophical assumptions, methodological ambiguities, and human struggles that have influenced the various responses to the basic questions of cosmology through the ages, as well as referencing important scientific theories.

Just as the recognition of social conventions in other cultures can lead to a more productive perspective on our own behaviour, so too a study of the cosmologies of other times and places can enable us recognise elements of our own cosmology that might otherwise pass as inevitable developments.

Apart from modern natural science, therefore, this volume incorporates brief treatments of Native American, Cave-Dweller, Chinese, Egyptian, Islamic, Megalithic, Mesopotamian, Greek, Medieval and Copernican cosmology, leading to an appreciation of cosmology as an intellectual creation, not merely a collection of facts. It is a valuable reference tool for any student or academic with an interest in the history of science and cosmology specifically.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

The Encyclopedia of Cosmology, first published in 1993, recounts the history, philosophical assumptions, methodological ambiguities, and human struggles that have influenced the various responses to the basic questions of cosmology through the ages, as well as referencing important scientific theories.

Just as the recognition of social conventions in other cultures can lead to a more productive perspective on our own behaviour, so too a study of the cosmologies of other times and places can enable us recognise elements of our own cosmology that might otherwise pass as inevitable developments.

Apart from modern natural science, therefore, this volume incorporates brief treatments of Native American, Cave-Dweller, Chinese, Egyptian, Islamic, Megalithic, Mesopotamian, Greek, Medieval and Copernican cosmology, leading to an appreciation of cosmology as an intellectual creation, not merely a collection of facts. It is a valuable reference tool for any student or academic with an interest in the history of science and cosmology specifically.

More books from Taylor and Francis

Cover of the book Electronic Collaborators by
Cover of the book The Routledge Guidebook to Machiavelli's The Prince by
Cover of the book Dada as Text, Thought and Theory by
Cover of the book Modern Art And Modernism by
Cover of the book Raymond Williams on Television (Routledge Revivals) by
Cover of the book Law's Trace: From Hegel to Derrida by
Cover of the book Small Signal Audio Design by
Cover of the book Social Protest in Contemporary China, 2003-2010 by
Cover of the book The Philosophy of Derrida by
Cover of the book Reclaiming Critical Remix Video by
Cover of the book Sexual Violence Against Men in Global Politics by
Cover of the book The Politics of Ethnicity in Pakistan by
Cover of the book Boundaries of Utopia - Imagining Communism from Plato to Stalin by
Cover of the book A Theory of Ecological Justice by
Cover of the book Struggles for Social Rights in Latin America by
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy