An in-depth exploration of ancient astronomy, focusing on the development of the geocentric model, the rejection of the heliocentric hypothesis, and the contributions of key figures such as Hipparchus and Ptolemy.
A historical and philosophical analysis of the heliocentric hypothesis, exploring its development from ancient Greece to modern cosmology.
Exploring the groundbreaking heliocentric model proposed by Aristarchus of Samos, its significance in ancient astronomy, and its lasting impact on modern scientific understanding.
Exploring the history and evolution of astronomical knowledge in the ancient world, its social, cultural, and technological context, and how it laid the foundation for Western astronomy.
A comprehensive treatise on geometry that has had a profound impact on mathematics and science for centuries.
Aristotelian physics vs. Newton's laws, exploring key differences between teleology and mathematical principles.
Astronomers in the 17th century challenged Aristotle's sublunar theory by discovering comets orbit around the Sun and developing new understandings of celestial motion.
Exploring the interplay between hypothesis and progress, highlighting the importance of creativity, ethics, and aesthetics in scientific inquiry.