The Cambridge History of Science: Volume 2, Medieval Science (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780521594486)

This volume in the highly respected Cambridge History of Science series is devoted to the history of science in the Middle Ages from the North Atlantic to the Indus Valley. Medieval science was once universally dismissed as non-existent - and sometimes it still is. This volume reveals the diversity of goals, contexts, and accomplishments in the study of nature during the Middle Ages. Organized by topic and culture, its essays by distinguished scholars offer the most comprehensive and up-to-date history of medieval science currently available. Intended to provide a balanced and inclusive treatment of the medieval world, contributors consider scientific learning and advancement in the cultures associated with the Arabic, Greek, Latin, and Hebrew languages. Scientists, historians, and other curious readers will all gain a new appreciation for the study of nature during an era that is often misunderstood.

Author: David C. Lindberg, Michael H. Shank
ISBN-10: 0521594480
ISBN-13: 9780521594486
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Language: English
Published: 10/07/2013
Pages: 698
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.35lbs
Size: 9.10h x 6.10w x 1.90d