Springer - A Subtle and Mysterious Machine: Walter Charleton

Explore the life of Walter Charleton through this scholarly study from the Studies in History and Philosophy of Science series. This book examines the life of a man who lived through a transformative era, appearing in the diaries of Pepys and Evelyn and the correspondence of Margaret Cavendish. Charleton was a figure of significant activity, engaging in debates about Stonehenge and participating in Royal Society investigations. This text provides a look at his presence in the 17th-century intellectual world, from his discussions on anatomy and teeth to his role within the Royal Society. Readers will learn about his various scientific pursuits, including his observations on the biological process of tadpoles turning into frogs. Whether you are studying the history of science or the social connections of early modern thinkers, this Springer publication offers a detailed account of a man who was both a participant in and a subject of contemporary scientific discourse.