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 (03 Downloads) |
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.