Discarded Science: Ideas That Seemed Good at the Time.
Grant, John
ISBN 10: 1904332498 ISBN 13: 9781904332497
Published by Facts, Figures & Fun, 2006
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Alchemy, the flat earth theory, lost worlds, and aliens among us: these ideas once seemed plausible—but now we know they’re just plain wrong. Take a fun journey through the history of science as it transforms from a field of wild speculation into a powerful tool of understanding. Explore the world in upheaval as Earth changed from center of the universe to a smallish planet orbiting an average star. Find out about hidden races and unknown creatures (like Yetis); early and bizarre thoughts on evolution; ancient astronauts and UFO crazes; the music of the spheres; the acquisition of virtues through cannibalism, and much more!
Review: "Anyone interested in the history, development, and the refinement of scientific ideas, methods, and thinking will be engrossed by this book." -- School Science Review, June, 2007
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Title: Discarded Science: Ideas That Seemed Good at...
Publisher: Facts, Figures & Fun
Publication Date: 2006
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: good