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There are few scholars or scientists today who write as beautifully or as interestingly as [Sarton] . . . [his] book is magnificent.' Ashley Montagu, Saturday ReviewAlthough science did not begin in ancient Greece (millennia of work in Egypt, Mesopotamia, and other regions preceded Greek efforts) it is nevertheless true that methodic, rational investigation of the natural universe originated largely with early Hellenic thinkers. Thus, the major part of this book is of necessity devoted to Greece. Drawing wherever possible on original sources, Dr. Sarton, one of the world's foremost historians of science, paints a vivid and illuminating picture of mathematics, astronomy, physics, biology, medicine, and other sciences as they emerged from the mists of prehistory and ultimately flourished within the context of Greek society. The book is divided into three parts. Part One begins with the earliest evidence of prehistoric mathematics, astronomy, and other science. Dr. Sarton then describes the achievements of Egypt and Mesopotamia, the dawn of Greek culture and the remarkable flowering of Ionian science in the sixth century B.C. Thales of Miletos, Anaximandrox, and Xenophanes are among the important figures discussed. An entire chapter focuses on the influential doctrines of Pythagoras.Part Two opens with the glory of Athens in the fifth century B.C. and its magnificent achievements in poetry and the arts, philosophy, and science. Described in lucid detail are groundbreaking contributions of Heracleitos, Anaxagoras, Protagoras, Zenon of Elea, Parmenides, Democritos, and many others. Also included in this section are perceptive discussions of geographers and historians of the fifth century (Herodotos, Thucydides, and others) and Greek medicine of the fifth century (chiefly Hippocratic).Part Three focuses on the extraordinary Greek thinkers of the fourth century B.C.: Plato and the Academy, Aristotle, Xenophon and many others, including such important schools of thought as the cynics, stoics, skeptics, and epicureans. Major attention is given to mathematics, astronomy and physics, natural sciences and medicine, Aristotelian humanities, and historiography and other topics.'Of great value to the general historian and an exciting, arresting story for the lay reader. The Yale Review
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Ancient Science Through the Golden Age of Greece'? A: The book primarily focuses on the origins and developments of various scientific disciplines, including mathematics, astronomy, physics, biology, and medicine, as they emerged from ancient Greek culture.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is George Sarton, a renowned historian of science known for his contributions to the understanding of scientific history.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'Ancient Science Through the Golden Age of Greece' was published on November 17, 2011.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 688 pages.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This book is available in a reprint edition.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for general readers? A: Yes, the book is described as being of great value to general historians and is also an engaging read for lay readers interested in the history of science.
- Q: Does the book include original sources? A: Yes, Dr. Sarton draws on original sources to provide a vivid and accurate depiction of the scientific developments in ancient Greece.
- Q: What are the main parts of the book? A: The book is divided into three parts: the early evidence of prehistoric science, the achievements of Athens in the fifth century B.C., and the extraordinary thinkers of the fourth century B.C.
- Q: What subjects does the book cover beyond science? A: In addition to science, the book discusses topics such as poetry, philosophy, geography, and medicine as they relate to ancient Greek culture.