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—300th birthday of Tobias Mayer in February 2023 — The rediscovery of a great scientist — A chapter in the fascinating history of science The story of Tobias Mayer's life (1723 to 1762) is that of a child prodigy and orphan who became a pioneer of the Enlightenment as a cartographer, mathematician, physicist and astronomer. Having never been to university, at the age of 28 he was appointed a professor in Göttingen by the Elector of Hanover and King of England. He revolutionised cartography with his zeal and skill, helping sailors to find the right path across the seas and providing people with the firstever clear view of the moon. 17th February 2023 marks the 300th anniversary of the birth of Tobias Mayer. High time to recall this prototype of a scientist.
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Thomas Knubben studied history, German studies and empirical cultural science at Tübingen and Bordeaux, and received his doctorate in Essen. He is Professor of Cultural Sciences and Cultural Management at Ludwigsburg University of Education. He is the author and editor of numerous books and journal publications. Hirzel recently published his book "Franz Anton Mesmer or the exploration of the dark side of the moon" (see left). Thomas Knubben is a member of German PEN.
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- Publisher Hirzel
- Publication Date February 2023
- Orginal LanguageGerman
- ISBN/Identifier 9783777630847
- FormatHardback
- Primary Price 24 EUR
- ReadershipProfessional and Scholarly
- Publish StatusPublished
- Original Language TitleTobias Mayer oder die Vermessung der Erde, des Meeres und des Himmels
- Edition1st edition 2023
- Copyright Year2023
- Seriesnarrative non-fiction series
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