Knowledge History

Today, we do not use our ancient cosmic orientation to relate to the natural world as we once did. It's no longer determined by where we are or what time it is by the Sun's daily motion across the sky. Our perception of the outside world has changed, and we have lost our sense of wholeness within a great system. Factors such as our work and play rhythms, clothing, diet, and travel are affected by climatic and seasonal factors. These factors affect our unconscious sense of timing and our ability to communicate with nature, which we often overlook.

Wussten Sie, dass…… Frauen doppelt so oft blinzeln wie Männer?…die menschliche DNA zu 50% der von Bananen gleicht?… Hühner mehr Eier legen, wenn sie tagsüber Popmusik hören? Diese und 500 weitere kuriose Fakten erwarten Sie in diesem Buch.

The first in a fantastically funny new history series from the acclaimed Tony Robinson, who takes you on a headlong gallop through time, pointing out all the most important, funny, strange, amazing, entertaining, smelly and disgusting bits about the Egyptians! It's history, but not as we know it!

Another fascinating title in the fantastically funny history series from the acclaimed Tony Robinson. Tony Robinson takes you on a headlong gallop through time, pointing out all the most important, funny, strange, amazing, entertaining, smelly and disgusting bits about the British! It's history, but not as we know it! Find out everything you ever needed to know in this brilliant, action-packed, fact-filled book.

In a world that craves certainty, Breaking Patterns invites you on a transformative journey through the enigmatic corridors of knowledge, guided by the insights of philosopher David Hume. With a delicate balance of history, philosophy, and real-world implications, this book unravels the complexities of Hume's problem of induction in a way that's captivating and accessible to all. From the origins of inductive reasoning to its influence on science, religion, and art, and from the allure of absolute certainty to the embrace of doubt, this book provides a panoramic view of humanity's quest for...

Embark on an extraordinary journey into the life and mind of Isaac Newton, the brilliant scientist whose groundbreaking discoveries transformed our understanding of the universe and ushered in the era of modern science. Isaac Newton was a multifaceted genius, blending insatiable curiosity, relentless determination, and unparalleled intellect to unlock the secrets of nature and establish the foundations of physics and mathematics as we know them. This book offers a captivating exploration of Newton's life and ideas, from his early fascination with science to his crowning achievements that ...