La cosmovisión de los grandes científicos de la Ilustración: Convicciones éticas, políticas, filosóficas o religiosas de los protagonistas de la ciencia en el siglo XVIII
by Juan Arana, Rafael Alemañ, Manuel Alfonseca Moreno, María Caballero, Ignacio Del Carril, José Manuel Elena Ortega, Esteban Fernández-Hinojosa, Jesús De Garay, Karim Gherab Martín, Daniel Heredia, Rubén Herce Fernández, Martín López Corredoira, Felipe Maya Restrepo, Juan Meléndez Sánchez, Javier Ordóñez, Andrés Ortigosa, Juan José Padial Benticuag, Miguel Palomo García, María De Paz, Moisés Pérez Marcos, Francisco Paula Rodríguez Valls, Antonio Sánchez, Carmen Sánchez Ovcharov, Francisco Soler Gil, Pedro Jesús Teruel Ruiz, Héctor Velázquez Fernández, José Domingo Vilaplana Guerrero
This book uncovers the ethical, political, philosophical, and religious convictions of key 18th-century scientists. Featuring contributions from multiple experts, it illuminates how personal worldviews drove the Enlightenment's scientific revolution, providing a deeper appreciation of the era's intellectual foundations.
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This collaborative work delves into the multifaceted worldviews of prominent scientists during the Enlightenment era. It examines how their personal convictions influenced the development of scientific thought in the 18th century.
Contributors analyze the ethical frameworks that guided these figures, highlighting the interplay between morality and scientific inquiry. The book provides insights into how philosophical and religious beliefs informed groundbreaking discoveries.
Political contexts are also explored, showing how the era's social dynamics affected scientific pursuits. Through detailed essays, readers gain a comprehensive understanding of the human elements behind scientific advancements.
The volume underscores the diversity of perspectives among Enlightenment scientists, offering a nuanced view of their intellectual landscapes.
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