Excerpt from Jean-Jacques Rousseau als Botaniker
Oeuvres completes de J. J. Rousseau. Paris Librairie Hachette et Cie. 1877 etc. VI. 92. 3) Correspondance littéraire, philosophique et critique par Grimm, Diderot.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the transformation of botany from a minor branch of medicine into an esteemed science in its own right. The author traces this evolution through the 18th-century work of Jean-Jacques Rousseau, whose universal curiosity and talents led him to explore botany despite his initial aversion to medicine. The book reveals how Rousseau's experiences with the charlatans and alchemists who surrounded his patron, Madame de Warens, along with his passion for nature, ultimately sparked his interest in botany. As Rousseau delved deeper into the subject, he realized the limitations of existing botanical knowledge, which was largely based on superstition and tradition. His writings helped shift the focus of botany toward observation and experimentation, paving the way for the development of modern scientific methods in the field. Through Rousseau's journey, this book offers a unique perspective on the history of botany and the role of curiosity and innovation in shaping scientific progress. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780484961769_0
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