The Age Of Wonder by Richard Holmes
How the Romantic Generation Discovered the Beauty and Terror of Science
"The Age of Wonder" explores the scientific and cultural advancements of the late 18th and early 19th centuries, known as the Romantic Age. Richard Holmes delves into the lives and achievements of prominent figures such as Joseph Banks, Humphry Davy, and William Herschel, who revolutionized fields like astronomy, chemistry, and botany. Through vivid storytelling, Holmes captures the spirit of curiosity, imagination, and wonder that defined this era, highlighting the profound impact it had on shaping our modern understanding of science and the world.
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- Published
- 2008
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 500-600
- Original Language
- English
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- Alternate Titles
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- A Era Do Deslumbramento
- The Age of Wonder
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- Books of the Decade (The Guardian)
- National Book Critics Circle Award - Nonfiction (National Book Critics Circle)
- Royal Society Prizes for Science Books (The Royal Society)
- The 10 Best Books Through Time (New York Times)
- The 50 Best Nonfiction Books of the Past 25 Years (Slate)