Scientific Method in Ptolemy's Harmonics
Andrew (University of Birmingham) Barker
Cambridge University Press, 2001
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This book examines Ptolemy's scientific procedures for investigating the structures underlying musical melody. By providing an analysis of Ptolemy's theoretical apparatus, his strategies for integrating theory with observation, and his instructions for the design and conduct of experiments, the book offers a starting point for studying ancient scientific method.
- ISBN-13
- 9780521553728
- ISBN-10
- 0521553725
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- Year
- 2001
- Publication date
- 2001-01-11
- Pages
- 290
- Dimensions
- 161x236x25
- Weight
- 586