The Scientific Revolution : Aspirations and Achievements, 1500-1700 (The Control of Nature Series)

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Summary: The best general book on the subject now in print.
Review: As editor of the series in which the book appears I can say that it is a superb, general account and very accessible to undergraduates.

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Summary: Clarity and Insight
Review: The "Scientific Revolution" is a fascinating but complex and confusing topic. James Jacob in a simple, clear style "connects the dots" from Greek to near modern science. One caution: if you start highlighting important points the pages become nearly covered in flourescent yellow.

Rating:
Summary: Clarity and Insight
Review: The "Scientific Revolution" is a fascinating but complex and confusing topic. James Jacob in a simple, clear style "connects the dots" from Greek to near modern science. One caution: if you start highlighting important points the pages become nearly covered in flourescent yellow.