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Mundus combinatus: Studien zur Struktur der barocken Universalwissenschaft am Beispiel Athanasius Kirchers SJ (1602-1680) (German Edition)
Author: Thomas Leinkauf
Year: January 1, 1993
Format: PDF
File size: PDF 16 MB
Language: German

Year: January 1, 1993
Format: PDF
File size: PDF 16 MB
Language: German

The book "Mundus combinatus" by Athanasius Kircher, published in 1602, is a comprehensive guide to understanding the complexities of the Baroque era's universal science. The author, a renowned Jesuit scholar and polymath, presents a detailed analysis of the structure of this unique period in history, highlighting its significance in shaping the modern world. The book offers a profound insight into the evolution of technology and its impact on human society, emphasizing the importance of developing a personal paradigm for perceiving the technological process of developing modern knowledge. This paradigm is crucial for the survival of humanity and the unity of people in a war-torn world. The book is divided into three main sections, each focusing on a different aspect of the Baroque era: the first section explores the historical context of the time, providing a thorough understanding of the political, social, and cultural factors that influenced the development of universal science. The second section delves into the concept of the Mundus combinatus, a term coined by Kircher to describe the interconnectedness of all things in the universe. This section examines the various disciplines that contributed to the formation of this universal science, including mathematics, astronomy, medicine, and alchemy.
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