The Mysterious Science of the Sea, 1775-1943
| Author | : Natascha Adamowsky |
| Publisher | : Routledge |
| Total Pages | : 256 |
| Release | : 2021-06-30 |
| ISBN-10 | : 1032098465 |
| ISBN-13 | : 9781032098463 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (463 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 2021-06-30 with total page 256 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.
