A History of Science; Magic and Belief is an exploration of the origins of modern society through the culture of the middle ages and early modern period. By examining the intertwined paths of three different systems for interpreting the world; it seeks to create a narrative which culminates in the birth of modernity. It looks at the tensions and boundaries between science and magic throughout the middle ages and how they were affected by elite efforts to rationalise society; often through religion. The witch-crazes of the sixteenth and seventeenth century are seen as a pivotal point; and the emergence from these into social peace is deemed possible due to the Scientific Revolution and the politics of the early modern state.This book is unique in drawing together the histories of science; magic and religion. It is thus an ideal book for those studying any or all of these topics; and with its broad time frame; it is also suitable for students of the history of Europe or Western civilisation in general.
#169062 in Books Cengage Learning 2011-01-20Ingredients: Example IngredientsOriginal language:EnglishPDF # 1 .90 x 6.30 x 9.10l; 1.76 #File Name: 1111345139640 pages
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Perfect for a college history classBy Briana WhiteThis textbook was the first history one I had in college. I ended up really liking it. It was very well written and historically accurate. It also wasn't incredibly boring. It is definitely a great college level textbook. The only complaint I have is the print is slightly small.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Would not recommend this book for a classBy Brittneeded the book for class. Not a well written history book. Details are lacking and the book often contradicts itself. Serves its purpose for the class. Would not recommend this book for a class; there are many errors.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy MimsyQuite useful resource for a better price than what Barnes and Noble offered.
