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Posted Wednesday, February 12, 2025
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Think the Middle Ages were all darkness and ignorance? Think again!
Seb Falk’s "The Light Ages: The Surprising Story of Medieval Science" takes us on a fascinating journey through a time often misunderstood. From the monks who charted the stars to the scholars who pioneered medical breakthroughs, medieval thinkers laid the foundation for modern science in ways we rarely appreciate. Follow the story of John Westwyk, a 14th-century monk and astronomer, as he navigates a world filled with astronomical discoveries, complex mathematics, and early technological innovations. This book challenges the myth of the "Dark Ages" and reveals a vibrant era of intellectual progress. If you love history, astronomy, or the hidden stories of scientific pioneers, this is a must-read! #MedievalScience #TheLightAges #HistoryLovers #HiddenFiguresOfHistory #Astronomy #STEM #BookRecommendations #DarkAgesMyth
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You intrigued me. Is the work fiction, or real? I once read a very interesting book about a baker in the Middle Ages in Italy, who was accused of witchcraft...
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