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Historians have long recognized that the rebirth of science in twelfthcentury Europe flowed from a search for ancient scientific texts. But this search presupposes knowledge and interest; we only seek what we know to be valuable. The emergence of scholarly interest after centuries of apparent stagnation seems paradoxical. This book resolves that seeming contradiction by describing four active traditions of early medieval astronomy: one divided the year by observing the Sun; another computed the date of Easter Full Moon; the third determined the time for monastic prayers by watching the course of the stars; and the classical tradition of geometrical astronomy provided a framework for the cosmos. Most of these astronomies were practical; they sustained the communities in which they flourished and reflected and reinforced the values of those communities. These astronomical traditions motivated the search for ancient learning that led to the Scientific Renaissance of the twelfth century.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Astronomies and Cultures in Early Medieval Europe'? A: The book primarily focuses on four active traditions of early medieval astronomy and how they influenced the rebirth of science in twelfth-century Europe.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Astronomies and Cultures in Early Medieval Europe' is Stephen C. McCluskey.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: When was 'Astronomies and Cultures in Early Medieval Europe' published? A: The book was published on January 13, 1998.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 252 pages.
- Q: What condition is the used book in? A: The used book is described as being in good condition.
- Q: What is the edition of this book? A: The edition of the book is stated as the first edition.
- Q: Does the book discuss the practical applications of early medieval astronomy? A: Yes, the book describes how various astronomical traditions were practical and supported the communities in which they thrived.
- Q: Is there any discussion on the cultural impact of astronomy in early medieval Europe? A: Yes, the book explores how early medieval astronomies reflected and reinforced the values of the communities.
- Q: What themes are addressed in the book related to the Scientific Renaissance? A: The book addresses the emergence of scholarly interest in ancient scientific texts and its role in the Scientific Renaissance of the twelfth century.