Publisher's Synopsis
Everything from the fifth postulate in Euclidean geometry, the role of the Archimedes' Principle in the law of gravity, the consistency of the equant in geometric astronomy, and the communication between veins and arteries in physiology required scientists in the modern and contemporary eras to look to Greece and establish a dialogue with their Greek predecessors. Intended both for lovers of science and the humanities, Átomos, almas y estrellas is intended for anyone who wishes to understand the origins of scientific and technical knowledge, its relationship to philosophy, and its origins in Hellenic culture.
