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101) A Rebirth of Science
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The period of time spanning the 16th to 18th centuries was marked by a growing interest in learning about and better understanding the world around us. It also marked a shift from superstition to close observation and orderly experimentation. The 17th century was dominated by great thinkers and inventors, including Galileo and Isaac Newton, both of whom are focused on inside this book. This thrilling narrative is supported by primary sources, illustrations,...
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The scientific developments of the ancient world marked the beginning of civilization and ushered in a whole new way of interpreting and interacting with the world. These developments include encompasses essential technology that we still depend on today-animal domestication, clocks and calendars, irrigations systems, and so much more. The main text is amply supported by primary sources, sidebars, diagrams, biographies, and of course timelines! Readers...
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Often referred to as the Dark Ages, the Middle Ages is the time period between the Roman Empire and the Renaissance. It is often considered an era when science and technology came to stand still, but that's not true! As this book demonstrates, it was in fact a time of constant technological innovation and an increasingly accurate understanding of our world. Many of the greatest advances were the products of Muslim, Chinese, and European culture, all...
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