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The Renaissance philosopher Giordano Bruno was a notable supporter of the new science that arose during his lifetime; his role in its development has been debated ever since the early seventeenth century. Hilary Gatti here reevaluates Brunos contribution to the scientific revolution, in the process challenging the view that now dominates Bruno criticism among Englishlanguage scholars. This argument, associated with the work of Frances Yates, holds that early modern science was impregnated with and shaped by Hermetic and occult traditions, and has led scholars to view Bruno primarily as a magus.Gatti reinstates Bruno as a scientific thinker and occasional investigator of considerable significance and power whose work participates in the excitement aroused by the new science and its methods at the end of the sixteenth century. Her original research emphasizes the importance of Brunos links to the magnetic philosophers, from Ficino to Gilbert; Brunos reading and extension of Copernicuss work on the motions of the earth; the importance of Brunos mathematics; and his work on the art of memory seen as a picture logic, which she examines in the light of the crises of visualization in presentday science. She concludes by emphasizing Brunos ethics of scientific discovery.
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I enjoyed the content about Giordano and his role during the Renaissance. However, the organization could be improved as some chapters jump around in time. Still, I learned a lot!
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Luca Romano
A deep dive into history and science
The Giordano book offers a fascinating look at the Renaissance and its intersection with science. I picked it up to understand more about this era and I wasn't disappointed. The writing is engaging, and the illustrations are a nice touch!
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Sarah Jennings
Great for history buffs
As someone who loves the Renaissance, this book was a treat. It covers Giordano's contributions to science in a way that's easy to follow. My only complaint is that some sections felt a bit dense, but overall, it's a solid read!
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Nina Patel
Interesting but slow to read
While the topics covered are engaging, I found myself putting the book down often. It’s rich in detail but a bit slow-paced for my taste. Still worth a read if you're into the Renaissance!
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Carlos Mendoza
A rich tapestry of ideas!
This book beautifully intertwines the lives of Giordano and other Renaissance thinkers. The science sections are well explained, making it accessible for non-experts. Perfect for my study group!
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