Languages of science in the eighteenth century
By: edited by Britt-Louise Gunnarsson
Publisher: De Gruyter Mouton; de Gruyter Mouton; Walter de Gruyter Inc.
Published: 2011
Place of publication: Berlin; Boston
Language: eng
Number of pages: 365
ISBN-13: 9783110255058
Subjects: Technical writing; Science; History; Intellectual life; Scientists
Description: The eighteenth century is an important period both in the history of science and in the history of languages. In this volume, seventeen authors explore, from a variety of angles, the construction of a scientific language and discourse. The chapters explore the forming of scientific communities, the emergence of new languages of science, the spread of scientific ideas, and the development of scientific writing.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.