The day the universe changed. Scientific imagination in the Renaissance /

Shows the startling changes that grew out of the study of Arab optics. From the discovery of perspective geometry came new painting and architecture, the ability to measure at a distance and to map the world, and the confidence that allowed Columbus to cross the Atlantic. Above all the new knowledge...

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Bibliographic Details
Uniform Title:Day the universe changed (Television program).
Corporate Authors: British Broadcasting Corporation. Television Service, RKO Pictures (1978-1987), SVE & Churchill Media (Firm)
Other Authors: Burke, James, 1936-
Format: Video DVD
Language:English
Published: [Chicago, Ill.] : SVE & Churchill Media, [2004]
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Summary:Shows the startling changes that grew out of the study of Arab optics. From the discovery of perspective geometry came new painting and architecture, the ability to measure at a distance and to map the world, and the confidence that allowed Columbus to cross the Atlantic. Above all the new knowledge led to a new individualism.
Item Description:In two parts.
Third program in the series.
Videorecording.
Physical Description:1 videodisc (approximately 52 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in. + 1 insert.
Format:DVD.
Audience:Grades 10-12.
Production Credits:Theme music, Carl Davis ; photography, Ian Stone, John Else ; film editors, David Pygram, Sara Gosling.