Brian W. Ogilvie, discusses "Revolting Insects: Natural History in Early Modern Science and Culture”. Ogilvie is Associate Professor of History at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst.

Revolting Insects: Natural History in Early Modern Science and Culture

The Copernican Revolution in astronomy has long been regarded as a central theme in the transformation of the sciences in the early modern period. Leading experts on the history of science explore the relevance of this and other narrative frameworks for understanding scientific developments in the era. The conference was held on June 12, 2015 at The Huntington, as a symposium in honor of Robert S. Westman.

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Revolting Insects: Natural History in Early Modern Science and Culture

Revolting Insects: Natural History in Early Modern Science and Culture