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The scientific work of Leonardo da Vinci: controversies in the historiography of Science

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Author(s):
Amélia de Jesus Oliveira [1]
Total Authors: 1
Affiliation:
[1] Universidade Estadual de Campinas. Instituto de Filosofia e Ciências Humanas. Departamento de Filosofia - Brasil
Total Affiliations: 1
Document type: Journal article
Source: Trans/Form/Ação; v. 39, n. 2, p. 53-86, 2016-06-00.
Abstract

ABSTRACT: Interpreters of Leonardo da Vinci's manuscripts share the same feelings of astonishment and fascination when they examine his contribution to modern science. However, it is possible to perceive an ongoing attempt towards a historical revision of the role played by Leonardo. Observing the history of this ongoing revision, it is possible to detect significant aspects of the historical and historiographical perspectives of those involved in this discussion. This article deals with the controversy between Duhem's point of view, on the one hand, and the views of Sarton, Koyré, and Rossi on the other. It aims to show some features that distinguish an older historiography from the new historiography of science as presented by Thomas Kuhn. (AU)

FAPESP's process: 13/20172-0 - Sarton, Kuhn and the history of science
Grantee:Amélia de Jesus Oliveira
Support Opportunities: Scholarships in Brazil - Post-Doctoral