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“Our bodily eye findeth never an end, but is vanquished by the immensity of space.”

Quote by Giordano Bruno

Book:Giordano Bruno; his life and thought: With annotated translation of his work, On the infinite universe and worlds

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Giordano Bruno; his life and thought: With annotated translation of his work, On the infinite universe and worlds

Giordano Bruno; his life and thought: With annotated translation of his work, On the infinite universe and worlds is a comprehensive study of the life and intellectual contributions of the Renaissance philosopher Giordano Bruno. The book delves into Bruno's life, his controversial beliefs, and their impact on the intellectual landscape of his time. It includes a detailed annotated translation of his influential work, 'On the infinite universe and worlds,' which discusses the concept of an infinite universe filled with multiple worlds. The book aims to provide readers with a deeper understanding of Bruno's philosophical thought and its significance in the history of science and philosophy. more

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Giordano Bruno, an Italian philosopher, was born in Novara in 1548 and was executed by burning at the stake in Rome on February 17, 1600. He is known for challenging the religious doctrines of his time, particularly his views on the infinity of the universe and the existence of multiple worlds. Bruno's ideas had a profound impact on the scientific revolution. more

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