Peiresc and censorship: The inquisition and the new science, 1610-1637

From: The Catholic Historical Review | Date: January 1, 2003| Author: Tolbert, Jane T | Copyright information

Nicolas-Claude Fabri de Peiresc (1580-1637) worked to transform ideas about natural philosophy by communicating information, patronizing research, and demonstrating the utility of scientific investigations. Although he did not achieve the status of contemporaries like Galileo and Kepler, he made significant contributions. He stressed practical applications of telescopic observations, developed a research program, and used persuasive strategies to ensure compliance for astronomical work. He di...

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