Title: Petrus Camper in context
Description: 'A meteor of spirit, science, talent and activity'. This is how Goethe described the Dutch scientist Petrus Camper (1722-1789). It characterizes Camper as a fascinating example of the scientific culture of the Enlightenment. This volume sheds new light on Camper's versatility, engagement and charisma in all fields and disciplines he ventured and published on.
Subjects: Science, History, Social conditions, Physicians, History, 18th Century
Places: Netherlands
People: Petrus Camper (1722-1789)
Time periods: 18th century