Making Modern Science: Second Edition

Making Modern Science: Second Edition is a comprehensive and authoritative guide to the history and development of science. This fully revised and updated edition traces the origins of science in ancient Greece to its explosive growth in the modern era. It provides a nuanced and balanced account of the major scientific revolutions and the key figures who shaped them.

Making Modern Science, Second Edition

by Iwan Rhys Morus

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	11735 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	601 pages
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The Structure of the Book

The book is divided into three parts:

1. Part 1: The Origins of Science explores the roots of science in ancient Greece, India, and China. It examines the early development of astronomy, mathematics, physics, and medicine.
2. Part 2: The Scientific Revolution examines the dramatic transformation of science that occurred in Europe during the 16th and 17th centuries. It discusses the key figures of the Scientific Revolution, including Copernicus, Galileo, Kepler, and Newton.
3. Part 3: Modern Science traces the development of science from the 18th century to the present day. It explores the major scientific discoveries and theories that have shaped our understanding of the world, including the theory of evolution, quantum mechanics, and relativity.

Key Features

The key features of Making Modern Science: Second Edition include:

• Comprehensive coverage of the history of science from ancient times to the present day
• Balanced and objective account of major scientific revolutions and key figures
• In-depth analysis of the key scientific concepts and theories
• Extensive illustrations, diagrams, and timelines
• Fully revised and updated edition with the latest scholarship

Intended Audience

Making Modern Science: Second Edition is an ideal textbook for undergraduate and graduate courses in the history of science. It is also a valuable resource for anyone interested in the development of science and its impact on society.

Reviews

"Making Modern Science: Second Edition is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and development of science. It is a comprehensive, authoritative, and engaging account of the major scientific revolutions and the key figures who shaped them." - Professor John Hedley Brooke, University of Cambridge

"This book is a tour de force. It provides a comprehensive and nuanced account of the history of science, from its origins in ancient Greece to its explosive growth in the modern era. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the development of science and its impact on society." - Professor Simon Schaffer, University of Cambridge

Making Modern Science, Second Edition

by Iwan Rhys Morus

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	11735 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	601 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE