THE IMAGE OF NATURE IN THE INTELLECTUAL CULTURE OF THE 15TH-18TH CENTURIES

Immerse yourself in a fascinating journey through the ages, discovering how nature was perceived in Poland from the 15th to the 18th centuries. This unique collective work offers a panoramic view of the state of research at the time, showing the richness of interpretations and transformations of nature in human thought.

• In-depth analysis of the principles of early modern knowledge about nature
• Conditions for understanding and experiencing nature
• Inspiring examples of imaginative transformations of nature
• Practical applications of knowledge about nature in the world at that time
• Detailed discussion of the perception of nature in Poland in the 15th-18th centuries
• Panorama of research on the relationship between man and nature over the centuries
• Treatises dealing with various aspects of knowledge about nature

This book is not only a collection of scientific treatises, but above all a fascinating story of how our perception of nature has changed. Based on rich source material, the authors analyze both the theoretical foundations of knowledge about nature and the practical aspects of its use in everyday life. Thanks to this, the reader can better understand how our relations with nature were shaped and what significance it had for the development of intellectual culture.

The publications of the University of Warsaw guarantee high scientific and editorial quality. The presented collective work is an excellent example of this. Carefully prepared texts, a rich bibliography and aesthetic graphic design make reading this book a real intellectual feast. It is an ideal proposition for all those interested in the history of science, philosophy of nature and the cultural aspects of world perception.

This item is the key to understanding how our ancestors understood and experienced nature. The analysis of early modern knowledge about nature, the conditions of its understanding and transformations make it possible to look anew at our cultural heritage. Discover the imaginative and practical transformations of nature that took place in Poland over the centuries. Discover the wealth of knowledge and inspiration that lies in this extraordinary book.

Specification:Pages: 484, Format: 240x170x35 mm, Year of publication: 2020, Binding: hardcover, Publisher: Wydawnictwa Uniwersytetu Warszawskiego, Number of pages: 484, Binding: hardcover, Format: 240x170x35 mm.