Honoré Fabri and the Concept of Impetus: A Bridge between Conceptual Frameworks (Boston Studies in the Philosophy of Science)

Honoré Fabri and the Concept of Impetus: A Bridge between Conceptual Frameworks (Boston Studies in the Philosophy of Science)

by Michael Elazar (Author)

Synopsis

This book discusses the impetus-based physics of the Jesuit natural philosopher and mathematician Honore Fabri (1608-1688), and shows how Fabri, contrary to popular conception, reinterpreted medieval concepts to adapt to emerging concepts of modern science.

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Format: Hardcover
Pages: 288
Edition: 1st Edition.
Publisher: Springer
Published: 22 May 2011

ISBN 10: 9400716044
ISBN 13: 9789400716049