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A history of science, technology, and philosophy in the 16th & 17th centuries
- Title
- A history of science, technology, and philosophy in the 16th & 17th centuries / by A. Wolf with the co-operation of F. Dannemann and A. Armitage.
- Author
- Wolf, A. (Abraham), 1876-1948.
- Publication
- New York : Harper, 1959.
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| Status | Vol/Date | Format | Access | Call Number | Item Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| v.2 | Text | Use in library | 8014.982.1959 v.2 | Off-site | |
| v.1 | Text | Use in library | 8014.982.1959 v.1 | Off-site |
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- Description
- 2 volumes : illustrations; 21 cm.
- Summary
- This two-volume study represents a detailed account of three centuries of innovation, providing a complete portrait of the foundations of modern science and philosophy. Tracing the origins and achievements of the modern age, these sourcebooks deal with all the important developments in science and many of the innovations in the social sciences, British and Continental philosophy and psychology. As well as its comprehensive treatment of the practical innovations, the texts also include biographical information, presenting in one source the history, methods and principles that form the foundations of science and philosophy. Subjects covered in the texts include: mathematics; mechanics; astronomy; physics; meteorology; chemistry; geology; geography; biology; psychology; economics; statistics; philosophy; technology; and social sciences. Illustrations include diagrams of scientific apparatus and instruments, and frontispieces.
- Series Statement
- Harper torchbooks ; TB508-509. The Science library
- Uniform Title
- Harper torchbooks. Science library ; TB508-509.
- Alternative Title
- History of science, technology, and philosophy in the 16th and 17th centuries
- Subject
- Science > History
- Industrial arts > History
- Philosophy > History
- Science > history
- Technology > history
- Philosophy > history
- Industrial arts
- Philosophy
- Science
- Natuurwetenschappen
- Wetenschappelijke technieken
- Instrumenten
- Science > History > 16th century
- Philosophy > History > 16th century
- Technology > History > 16th century
- Science > History > 17th century
- Philosophy > History > 17th century
- Technology > History > 17th century
- Genre/Form
- History.
- Bibliography (note)
- Includes bibliographical references.
- Contents
- Contiene: Vol.I -- Vol.II
- LCCN
- 59013845
- OCLC
- ocm00813821
- 813821
- SCSB-386432
- Owning Institutions
- Princeton University Library