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To Explain The World: The Discovery Of Modern Science,New
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A Masterful Commentary On The History Of Science From The Greeks To Modern Times, By Nobel Prizewinning Physicist Steven Weinberga Thoughtprovoking And Important Book By One Of The Most Distinguished Scientists And Intellectuals Of Our Time.In This Rich, Irreverent, And Compelling History, Nobel Prizewinning Physicist Steven Weinberg Takes Us Across Centuries From Ancient Miletus To Medieval Baghdad And Oxford, From Platos Academy And The Museum Of Alexandria To The Cathedral School Of Chartres And The Royal Society Of London. He Shows That The Scientists Of Ancient And Medieval Times Not Only Did Not Understand What We Understand About The Worldthey Did Not Understand What There Is To Understand, Or How To Understand It. Yet Over The Centuries, Through The Struggle To Solve Such Mysteries As The Curious Backward Movement Of The Planets And The Rise And Fall Of The Tides, The Modern Discipline Of Science Eventually Emerged. Along The Way, Weinberg Examines Historic Clashes And Collaborations Between Science And The Competing Spheres Of Religion, Technology, Poetry, Mathematics, And Philosophy.An Illuminating Exploration Of The Way We Consider And Analyze The World Around Us, To Explain The World Is A Sweeping, Ambitious Account Of How Difficult It Was To Discover The Goals And Methods Of Modern Science, And The Impact Of This Discovery On Human Knowledge And Development.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'To Explain the World'? A: The book primarily focuses on the history of science from ancient Greece to modern times, exploring how scientific understanding evolved over centuries.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Steven Weinberg, a Nobel Prize-winning physicist known for his contributions to the understanding of fundamental forces in physics.
- Q: When was 'To Explain the World' published? A: The book was published on February 17, 2015.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of the book is a hardcover.
- Q: How many pages are in 'To Explain the World'? A: The book contains 432 pages.
- Q: What can I expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn about the historical development of scientific thought, key figures in the history of science, and the interplay between science and other fields like religion and philosophy.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone without a science background? A: Yes, the book is written in an accessible style that aims to engage readers regardless of their prior knowledge of science.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is the First Edition of 'To Explain the World'.
- Q: Are there any notable themes discussed in the book? A: Notable themes include the challenges in understanding the natural world, the evolution of scientific methods, and the conflicts and collaborations between science and other disciplines.
- Q: Is the book considered educational and nonfiction? A: Yes, 'To Explain the World' falls under the categories of educational and nonfiction literature.