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Greek Science of the Hellenistic Era (Routledge Sourcebooks for the Ancient World),Used
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We all want to understand the world around us, and the ancient Greeks were the first to try and do so in a way we can properly call scientific. Their thought and writings laid the essential foundations for the revivals of science in medieval Baghdad and renaissance Europe. Now their work is accessible to all, with this invaluable introduction to c.100 scientific authors active from 320 BCE to 230 CE.The book begins with an outline of a new sociopolitical model for the development and decline of Greek science, followed by eleven chapters that cover the main disciplines:* the science which the Greeks saw as fundamental mathematics* astronomy* astrology and geography* mechanics* optics and pneumatics* the nonmathematical sciences of alchemy, biology, medicine and 'psychology'.Each chapter contains an accessible introduction on the origins and development of the topic in question, and all the authors are set in context with brief biographies.
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- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'Greek Science of the Hellenistic Era'? A: The book explores the scientific contributions of ancient Greek thinkers from 320 BCE to 230 CE, covering various disciplines such as mathematics, astronomy, astrology, mechanics, optics, and the non-mathematical sciences like biology and medicine.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Greek Science of the Hellenistic Era' is Georgia L. Irby-Massie.
- Q: What is the format of this book? A: The book is available in hardcover format, providing durability and a professional appearance.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains a total of 430 pages.
- Q: When was 'Greek Science of the Hellenistic Era' published? A: The book was published on December 13, 2001.
- Q: Does the book provide biographies of the scientific authors? A: Yes, the book includes brief biographies that provide context for the scientific authors discussed.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers unfamiliar with Greek science? A: Yes, the book is designed to be accessible, with introductory sections in each chapter that explain the origins and development of each scientific topic.
- Q: What disciplines are covered in the book? A: The book covers several key disciplines, including mathematics, astronomy, astrology, mechanics, optics, alchemy, biology, medicine, and psychology.
- Q: Can this book be used as a reference for academic studies? A: Yes, it serves as a valuable introduction to Greek science and can be used as a reference for academic studies in related fields.
- Q: What is the significance of Greek science as discussed in the book? A: The book highlights how ancient Greek science laid the foundations for future scientific developments during the medieval and Renaissance periods.