Science

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Exploring the connections between ancient and modern science, this book highlights how Greek and Roman thinkers laid the groundwork for contemporary scientific thought. It examines influential ideas such as Xenophanes' contributions to geology, Copernicus' heliocentric theory inspired by Aristarchus, and Alexandria's anatomical insights relevant to today's ethical debates. Key topics include the origins of the cosmos, natural laws, and the interplay of science and morality, offering a comprehensive survey that bridges the history of ideas across disciplines.