Ptolemy's universe - Liba Chaia Taub
the natural philosophical and ethical foundations of Ptolemy's astronomy
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Claudius Ptolemy, one of the greatest scientists of all time, probably lived in Alexandria in the second century A.D. His writings dominated astronomy and cosmology in medieval times. The replacement of his Earth-centered cosmology by the Sun-centered cosmology of Copemicus is the most celebrated event in the history of science.
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Open Court: Chicago, 1993. Paperback ix-xvi. 188 pp. Light traces of use on cover. Illustrations, about the illustrations, notes, bibliography, index.22.7x15.2x1.5 cm. Near fine. [Categorie: Filosofie] [Auteur: Taub, Liba Chaia.] [Pagina's: 188] [Jaar: 1993] [Titel: Ptolemy's Universe: The natural philosophical and Ethical foundations of Ptolemy's Astronomy.]
