"Conversations on the Plurality of Worlds" by Bernard de Fontenelle offers a fascinating glimpse into early popular science and cosmological thought. Through a series of engaging dialogues, Fontenelle explores the concept of multiple worlds and the vastness of the universe. This thought-provoking work, a landmark in the history of astronomy, presents complex scientific ideas in an accessible and captivating manner. Delving into the "plurality of worlds," the book examines the possibility of life beyond Earth, touching upon themes relevant to both astronomy and cosmology. Fontenelle's work remains a testament to the enduring human fascination with space and our place within it. This edition offers a meticulously prepared print republication of a classic text, ensuring its availability for all interested in the history of scientific thought.
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"Conversations on the Plurality of Worlds" by Bernard de Fontenelle offers a fascinating glimpse into early popular science and cosmological thought. Through a series of engaging dialogues, Fontenelle explores the concept of multiple worlds and the vastness of the universe. This thought-provoking work, a landmark in the history of astronomy, presents complex scientific ideas in an accessible and captivating manner. Delving into the "plurality of worlds," the book examines the possibility of life beyond Earth, touching upon themes relevant to both astronomy and cosmology. Fontenelle's work remains a testament to the enduring human fascination with space and our place within it. This edition offers a meticulously prepared print republication of a classic text, ensuring its availability for all interested in the history of scientific thought.
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Conversations on the Plurality of Worlds
94
Conversations on the Plurality of Worlds
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Product Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781023483308 |
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| Publisher: | Anson Street Press |
| Publication date: | 03/29/2025 |
| Pages: | 94 |
| Product dimensions: | 6.14(w) x 9.21(h) x 0.19(d) |