One Hundred Proofs That the Earth Is Not a Globe (eBook)

William Carpenter (Autor)

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2022
52 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654716626-9 (EAN)

Infos

In "One Hundred Proofs That the Earth Is Not a Globe," William Carpenter presents a compelling yet controversial argument against the widely accepted heliocentric model of the Earth. Utilizing a blend of scientific reasoning and rhetorical persuasion, Carpenter meticulously outlines a series of proofs intended to validate his flat Earth theory. Written in a polemical style, the book draws upon a range of observations and experiments that Carpenter interprets through a critical lens of skepticism towards mainstream science, thereby situating itself within the 19th-century debates on geology, astronomy, and scientific authority. William Carpenter, an English writer and anti-establishment thinker, was inspired to challenge prevailing scientific paradigms based on his own observations and frustrations with established cosmology. His background in literature and a burgeoning interest in controversial theories of his time inform the depth of his arguments. Carpenter's work reflects an era marked by rapid scientific advancement, and his rejection of scientific consensus illustrates his commitment to a contrarian viewpoint, one that resonated with certain segments of society seeking alternatives to orthodoxy. This book is recommended for readers interested in the history of scientific debate and the cultural implications of disproven theories. Carpenter's bold assertions invite critical engagement and encourage readers to examine the validity of scientific claims. Whether approached as a historical artifact or a philosophical challenge, "One Hundred Proofs That the Earth Is Not a Globe" offers a fascinating glimpse into a world where the boundaries of scientific inquiry were tested.

Autor

William Carpenter was an influential figure in the 19th-century flat Earth movement, a proponent of the Zetetic method, and an ardent critic of the spherical Earth paradigm. Although not as widely known as other literary figures of his age, Carpenter's work has been the subject of both curiosity and scrutiny among those interested in the history of pseudoscience. His seminal work, 'One Hundred Proofs That the Earth Is Not a Globe', published in 1885, lays out a series of arguments intended to challenge the prevailing astronomical consensus and to raise doubts about the rotundity of the Earth. This treatise is emblematic of Carpenter's tenacious, albeit unorthodox, approach to empirical observation and interpretation, adhering staunchly to sensory experience as the arbiter of truth. His literalist interpretations and rejection of contemporary scientific findings placed him at the periphery of the scientific discourse of his time, making him a figure of interest in the study of anti-establishment discourse and the development of modern conspiracy theories. Carpenter's literary style within this work is characterized by a didactic tone and a firm reliance on what he deemed common sense, aimed at laypersons rather than the scientific community, indicating his intent to sway public opinion rather than engage in academic debate.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 10.8.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Naturwissenschaften ► Geowissenschaften
• Schlagworte: 19th century classics • 19th Century Science • alternative scientific perspectives • ancient writings • antiquarian science books • Astronomy • Cartography Analysis • Challenging conventional beliefs • conspiracy theories in literature • controversial scientific theories • critical thinking arguments • earth • Earth's shape • empirical evidence analysis • english author • flat earth literature • Flat Earth Theory • geocentric theory literature • Geographical Theories • historical pseudoscience • Historical research • historical scientific debates • Informative literary style • Miscellanea • natural phenomena • Non-spherical Earth hypotheses • Planet • scientific skepticism • scientific theory • Sea Level Observations • Self-taught engineer • Victorian era science • william carpenter author