The Copernican Revolution
Planetary Astronomy in the Development of Western Thought
Thomas S. Kuhn
Explore the significance of the Copernican Revolution in this thought-provoking book for scientists and laymen alike. Thomas S. Kuhn presents a comprehensive analysis of the development of scientific theory, demonstrating how a technical problem can alter our basic thought processes and attitudes. Kuhn blends technical, philosophical, and humanistic elements to provide a perspective on Western man's concept of his relation to the universe and to God. This book is perfect for readers wanting to delve into the evolution of ideas and the curious interplay of hypothesis and experiment at the heart of modern science.
Publish Date
1992-01-01T00:00:00.000Z
1992-01-01T00:00:00.000Z
first published in 1957
Goodreads Rating
4.12
ISBN
0884267584080
Recommendations
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Recommendations
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