The Discoverers: A History Of Man's Search To Know His World And Himself
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Daniel J Boorstin
Binding: Hardback
Published: J.M. Dent & Sons, 1983
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
The Discoverers chronicles humanity's relentless quest for knowledge, presenting a sweeping history of exploration, scientific breakthroughs, and intellectual evolution. This monumental work uncovers the pivotal moments and figures who reshaped our understanding of the world, from ancient navigators to modern scientists. It illustrates how curiosity and ingenuity propelled civilization forward, detailing the triumphs and challenges inherent in expanding the boundaries of human perception. Boorstin's authoritative narrative offers profound insights into the very nature of discovery and its enduring impact on our collective identity.
Author: Daniel J Boorstin
Binding: Hardback
Published: J.M. Dent & Sons, 1983
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
The Discoverers chronicles humanity's relentless quest for knowledge, presenting a sweeping history of exploration, scientific breakthroughs, and intellectual evolution. This monumental work uncovers the pivotal moments and figures who reshaped our understanding of the world, from ancient navigators to modern scientists. It illustrates how curiosity and ingenuity propelled civilization forward, detailing the triumphs and challenges inherent in expanding the boundaries of human perception. Boorstin's authoritative narrative offers profound insights into the very nature of discovery and its enduring impact on our collective identity.