The Mysterious Science of the Sea, 1775–1943
| Author | : Natascha Adamowsky |
| Publisher | : Routledge |
| Total Pages | : 257 |
| Release | : 2015-10-06 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9781317317203 |
| ISBN-13 | : 1317317203 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (203 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis The Mysterious Science of the Sea, 1775–1943 by : Natascha Adamowsky
Download or read book The Mysterious Science of the Sea, 1775–1943 written by Natascha Adamowsky and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2015-10-06 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The depths of the oceans are the last example of terra incognita on earth. Adamowsky presents a study of the sea, arguing that – contrary to popular belief – post-Enlightenment discourse on the sea was still subject to mystery and wonder, and not wholly rationalized by science.
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