Music, Experiment and Mathematics in England, 1653-1705

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Focusing on the intersection of mathematics and music, this book explores the development of quantitative music theory in seventeenth-century England from 1653 to 1705. It examines the influence of Descartes's work and concludes with Thomas Salmon's presentation at the Royal Society. The findings highlight the broader implications for early modern knowledge and sensory theories, offering insights into the scientific revolution's cultural context.