God's Philosophers

How the Medieval World Laid the Foundations of Modern Science

Nonfiction, History, Medieval, Science & Nature, Science
Cover of the book God's Philosophers by James Hannam, Icon Books Ltd
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: James Hannam ISBN: 9781848311589
Publisher: Icon Books Ltd Publication: August 7, 2009
Imprint: Icon Books Ltd Language: English
Author: James Hannam
ISBN: 9781848311589
Publisher: Icon Books Ltd
Publication: August 7, 2009
Imprint: Icon Books Ltd
Language: English

This is a powerful and a thrilling narrative history revealing the roots of modern science in the medieval world. The adjective 'medieval' has become a synonym for brutality and uncivilized behavior. Yet without the work of medieval scholars there could have been no Galileo, no Newton and no Scientific Revolution. In "God's Philosophers", James Hannam debunks many of the myths about the Middle Ages, showing that medieval people did not think the earth is flat, nor did Columbus 'prove' that it is a sphere; the Inquisition burnt nobody for their science nor was Copernicus afraid of persecution; no Pope tried to ban human dissection or the number zero. "God's Philosophers" is a celebration of the forgotten scientific achievements of the Middle Ages - advances which were often made thanks to, rather than in spite of, the influence of Christianity and Islam. Decisive progress was also made in technology: spectacles and the mechanical clock, for instance, were both invented in thirteenth-century Europe. Charting an epic journey through six centuries of history, "God's Philosophers" brings back to light the discoveries of neglected geniuses like John Buridan, Nicole Oresme and Thomas Bradwardine, as well as putting into context the contributions of more familiar figures like Roger Bacon, William of Ockham and Saint Thomas Aquinas.

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

This is a powerful and a thrilling narrative history revealing the roots of modern science in the medieval world. The adjective 'medieval' has become a synonym for brutality and uncivilized behavior. Yet without the work of medieval scholars there could have been no Galileo, no Newton and no Scientific Revolution. In "God's Philosophers", James Hannam debunks many of the myths about the Middle Ages, showing that medieval people did not think the earth is flat, nor did Columbus 'prove' that it is a sphere; the Inquisition burnt nobody for their science nor was Copernicus afraid of persecution; no Pope tried to ban human dissection or the number zero. "God's Philosophers" is a celebration of the forgotten scientific achievements of the Middle Ages - advances which were often made thanks to, rather than in spite of, the influence of Christianity and Islam. Decisive progress was also made in technology: spectacles and the mechanical clock, for instance, were both invented in thirteenth-century Europe. Charting an epic journey through six centuries of history, "God's Philosophers" brings back to light the discoveries of neglected geniuses like John Buridan, Nicole Oresme and Thomas Bradwardine, as well as putting into context the contributions of more familiar figures like Roger Bacon, William of Ockham and Saint Thomas Aquinas.

More books from Icon Books Ltd

Cover of the book The 50 Greatest Walks of the World by James Hannam
Cover of the book The 50 Greatest Rugby Union Players of All Time by James Hannam
Cover of the book You Are the Music by James Hannam
Cover of the book Introducing Machiavelli by James Hannam
Cover of the book Tales From the Turf by James Hannam
Cover of the book The 50 Greatest National Parks of the World by James Hannam
Cover of the book Can Jane Eyre Be Happy? by James Hannam
Cover of the book Dark Matter and Dark Energy by James Hannam
Cover of the book Introducing Psychology of Relationships by James Hannam
Cover of the book The 50 Greatest Train Journeys of the World by James Hannam
Cover of the book Pint to Pint by James Hannam
Cover of the book Introducing Practical Guides by James Hannam
Cover of the book Introducing Derrida by James Hannam
Cover of the book The Reality Frame by James Hannam
Cover of the book The First Time by James Hannam
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