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The Extraterrestrial Life Debate, 1750-1900

The Extraterrestrial Life Debate, 1750-1900

Paperback (28 Mar 2003)

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Publisher's Synopsis

This is the first detailed, scholarly study in English of the astronomical, philosophical, and religious ideas that developed between 1750 and 1900 regarding the existence of intelligent extraterrestrial life. The author examines the roles of prominent figures such as Kant, Herschel, Paine, and Lowell in the issue. 16 illustrations.

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Book information

ISBN: 9780486406756
Publisher: Dover Publications Inc.
Imprint: Dover Publications
Pub date:
DEWEY: 576.839
DEWEY edition: 21
Language: English
Number of pages: 680
Weight: 712g
Height: 222mm
Width: 140mm
Spine width: 32mm