Thinking on Earthquakes in Early Modern Europe : Firm Beliefs on Shaky Ground

Taylor & Francis Ltd

This book is the first extensive study of ideas on earthquakes before the Lisbon earthquake in 1755. The earthquake had a deep impact on European culture, and the reactions to it stood in a long tradition that, before this study, had yet to be explored in detail. \nThinking on Earthquakes investigates both scholarly theories and views that were propagated among the early modern European population. Through a chronological approach, Vermij reveals that in contrast to the Ancient and medieval philosophers who suggested rational explanations for earthquakes, supernatural ideas made a powerful comeback in the sixteenth century. By analysing a variety of sources such as pamphlets, sermons, and treatises, this study shows how changes in the ideas on earthquakes were a result of social and\n\nThinking on Earthquakes in Early Modern Europe\nFirm Beliefs on Shaky Ground\nFree UK delivery on this item.\n\nThis brand new item is available with free UK delivery using Royal Mail tracked services.;