Isbn: 9780282046644 - conversations on the plurality of worlds (classic reprint) (3 Ergebnisse)

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book by Jerome de Lalande provides a fascinating exploration of the plurality of worlds and the astronomical system of the time. Written in a delightful and accessible manner, it presents a comprehensive account of the Copernican Revolution and its implications for our understanding of the universe. The author provides a lively discussion of the philosophical and scientific arguments for and against a pluralistic universe, examining the nature of the planets, the stars, and the vastness of space. Through a series of engaging conversations, the book explores the challenges to traditional beliefs and offers a glimpse into the intellectual ferment of the era. It delves into the works of notable philosophers and astronomers, including Aristotle, Copernicus, and Fontenelle, providing a rich historical context for the development of scientific thought. Overall, this book offers a captivating and informative exploration of the plurality of worlds, inviting readers to ponder the profound implications of our place in the cosmos. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…