Knihobot

Passionate Minds

Emilie du Chatelet, Voltaire, and the Great Love Affair of the Enlightenment

Hodnocení knihy

Více o knize

Set against the backdrop of the Enlightenment, the passionate fifteen-year relationship between Voltaire and Emilie du Châtelet unfolds, highlighting their intellectual pursuits and radical ideas. Emilie, a brilliant yet overlooked figure, defied societal norms, contributing significantly to science and philosophy, including concepts that influenced Einstein's theories. Their adventures included scientific experiments, court intrigues, and escapades across France, showcasing a blend of romance and intellectual revolution. The narrative is enriched by personal letters and accounts, offering a profound glimpse into their lives and the era's complexities.

Nákup knihy

Passionate Minds, David Bodanis

Jazyk
Rok vydání
2006
product-detail.submit-box.info.binding
(měkká),
Stav knihy
Poškozená
Cena
148 Kč

Doručení

Platební metody

4,0
Velmi dobrá
1 Hodnocení

Tady nám chybí tvá recenze.

Titul
Passionate Minds
Podtitul
Emilie du Chatelet, Voltaire, and the Great Love Affair of the Enlightenment
Jazyk
anglicky
Rok vydání
2006
Vazba
měkká
Počet stran
373
ISBN10
0307237214
ISBN13
9780307237217
Série
Původní název
Passionate minds
Hodnocení
4 z 5
Anotace
Set against the backdrop of the Enlightenment, the passionate fifteen-year relationship between Voltaire and Emilie du Châtelet unfolds, highlighting their intellectual pursuits and radical ideas. Emilie, a brilliant yet overlooked figure, defied societal norms, contributing significantly to science and philosophy, including concepts that influenced Einstein's theories. Their adventures included scientific experiments, court intrigues, and escapades across France, showcasing a blend of romance and intellectual revolution. The narrative is enriched by personal letters and accounts, offering a profound glimpse into their lives and the era's complexities.