Modern cosmogonies by Agnes M. Clerke

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Author Clerke, Agnes M. (Agnes Mary), 1842-1907
LoC No. 06014465
Title Modern cosmogonies
Note Reading ease score: 49.0 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Contents From Thales to Kant -- The nebular hypothesis -- Criticisms of the nebular hypothesis -- The nebular hypothesis varied and improved -- Tidal friction as an agent in cosmogony -- The fission of rotating globes -- World-building out of meteorites -- Cosmogony in the twentieth century -- Protyle: what is it? -- Universal forces -- The inevitable ether -- The forms of nebulæ -- The procession of suns -- Our own system -- Remnants and survivals -- Life as the outcome.
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Summary "Modern Cosmogonies" by Agnes M. Clerke is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the development of modern theories concerning the origin of the universe and the processes that have shaped cosmic structures over time. Clerke aims to elucidate the complexities and evolving nature of these theories, examining historical perspectives and integrating contemporary scientific understanding. At the start of the book, the author sets the stage by discussing humanity's intrinsic curiosity about the cosmos, tracing the evolution of cosmogonies from ancient philosophy to modern science. Clerke introduces various thinkers, from the Ionian philosophers to Kant, illustrating how their ideas laid the groundwork for contemporary cosmic theories. She emphasizes the challenges faced in comprehensively understanding the origins of the universe, hinting at the intricate interplay between philosophical speculation and scientific inquiry that characterizes the field of cosmology. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class QB: Science: Astronomy
Subject Cosmogony
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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