Science and Mathematics in Ancient Greek Culture

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Science and Mathematics in Ancient Greek Culture

Author	: Christopher Tuplin
File Size	: 50,5 Mb
Publisher	: Unknown
Language	: English
Release Date	: 19 May 2024
ISBN	: 0198152485
Pages	: 384 pages

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Science and Mathematics in Ancient Greek Culture by Christopher Tuplin Book PDF Summary

Ancient Greece was the birthplace of science, which developed in the Hellenized culture of ancient Rome. This book, written by seventeen international experts, examines the role and achievement of science and mathematics in Greek antiquity through discussion of the linguistic, literary, political, religious, sociological, and technological factors which influenced scientific thought and practice.

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