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Springer Academic Theories of Generation in the Renaissance

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Explore the complex history of biological thought with this scholarly volume from Springer. This book examines philosophically grounded theories of animal generation during the Renaissance, focusing on the contemporaries and successors of Jean Fernel (1497-1558). It provides a detailed look at two distinct traditions: one rooted in Aristotelian natural philosophy, specifically his work on the Generation of Animals, and another stemming from the Hippocratic and Galenic medical traditions. This text serves as a comprehensive resource for researchers and students interested in the history of the life sciences. It includes a systematic classification and critique of works regarding the history of embryology and animal generation written prior to 1980. By examining two different scholarly communities, the book offers a deep look into how medical and philosophical perspectives shaped early scientific understanding. Readers will also find translations of key sections from the primary works discussed, making these historical texts more accessible for modern academic study.

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Analyzes two distinct traditions of animal generation, including Aristotelian natural philosophy and the Hippocratic and Galenic medical traditions.

Provides a detailed classification and critique of historical works on embryology and animal generation written before 1980.

Includes translations of key sections from the primary source works discussed in the text for easier academic access.

Examines the scholarly communities and the contemporaries and successors of Jean Fernel (1497-1558).

Part of the History, Philosophy and Theory of the Life Sciences series, volume 22, published by Springer.

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25 January 2018
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