The Exposition du système du monde published by Laplace in 1796 is one of the most famous scientifi c works in the history of science. It was published fi ve times and the third publication (in 1808), the manuscript of which is preserved in the Paris Observatory, introduces interesting new elements which will be the subject here of a twofold analysis, historic and genetic. The genetic investigation of this manuscript with its pages fi lled with deletions and rewritings, makes it possible to reconstruct the creative process which allowed Laplace to develop his work throughout the years and consolidate its quality as a great classic. The genetic approach in reading this text opens up new perspectives and enriches the studies performed by the history of science
La genèse de la troisième édition de l’Exposition du système du monde: une analyse du manuscrit de Laplace conservé à l’Observatoire de Paris
SEGALA, MARCO
2012-01-01
Abstract
The Exposition du système du monde published by Laplace in 1796 is one of the most famous scientifi c works in the history of science. It was published fi ve times and the third publication (in 1808), the manuscript of which is preserved in the Paris Observatory, introduces interesting new elements which will be the subject here of a twofold analysis, historic and genetic. The genetic investigation of this manuscript with its pages fi lled with deletions and rewritings, makes it possible to reconstruct the creative process which allowed Laplace to develop his work throughout the years and consolidate its quality as a great classic. The genetic approach in reading this text opens up new perspectives and enriches the studies performed by the history of sciencePubblicazioni consigliate
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