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Petrus Camper in context

Klaas van Berkel, B. A. M. Ramakers · 2015

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'A meteor of spirit, science, talent and activity'. This is how Goethe described the Dutch scientist Petrus Camper (1722-1789). It characterizes Camper as a fascinating example of the scientific culture of the Enlightenment. This volume sheds new light on Camper's versatility, engagement and charisma in all fields and disciplines he ventured and published on.

Book details

Year
2015
Language
English
Publisher
Verloren
Editions
1
Pages
316
ISBN
9789087044671

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