The Codex Of The Curious
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Small Dictionaries and Curiosity
Author: John P. Considine
language: en
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Release Date: 2017
Small Dictionaries and Curiosity tells a story which has not been told before, that of the first European wordlists of minority and unofficial languages and dialects, from the end of the Middle Ages to the early nineteenth century. These wordlists were collected by people who were curious about the unrecorded or little-known languages they heard around them. Between them, they document more than 40 language varieties, from a Basque-Icelandic pidgin of the North Atlantic to the Kalmyk language of the lower Volga. The book gives an account of about 90 of these dictionaries and wordlists, some of them single-page jottings and some of them full-sized printed books, paying attention to their content and their physical form alike. It explores the kinds of curiosity and imagination by which their makers were moved: the lover of all languages hearing new voices in an inn; the speaker of a dying language recording his linguistic memories; the patriot deploying his lexicographical findings in the service of an emerging nation. It offers an encounter with the diverse voices of the entirety of post-medieval Europe, turning away from the people of the courts and universities whose language was documented in big dictionaries to listen to people who did not speak the languages of power: the people of remote places and dying communities; the illiterate poor, settled or homeless; migrants from the edges of Europe and beyond.
The Curious Case of Calvin's Codices
Author: Pasquale De Marco
language: en
Publisher: Pasquale De Marco
Release Date: 2025-04-16
In the realm of mystery and adventure, "The Curious Case of Calvin's Codices" takes readers on an exhilarating journey filled with enigmatic puzzles, forgotten histories, and thrilling discoveries. Join Calvin, a young boy with an insatiable curiosity and a keen eye for detail, as he stumbles upon a forgotten library hidden deep within the woods. As Calvin delves into the dusty tomes and ancient manuscripts, he uncovers a series of cryptic messages and encoded clues that ignite his passion for solving mysteries. With his trusty notebook and magnifying glass in hand, he embarks on a quest to unravel the secrets of the library and uncover the truth behind the mysterious codex. Along the way, Calvin encounters a cast of intriguing characters, each holding a piece of the puzzle. He navigates treacherous terrains, deciphers ancient codes, and uncovers hidden societies. As he pieces together the fragments of information, he discovers a missing treasure, a sinister plot, and a forgotten history that threatens to disrupt the delicate balance of the world. With each chapter, Calvin's investigation takes him closer to the heart of the mystery. He uncovers forgotten histories, encounters supernatural phenomena, and unravels the secrets of ancient artifacts. As he races against time to save the day, he discovers that the key to solving the codex lies not only in his intellect but also in his courage, resilience, and unwavering belief in the power of knowledge. In "The Curious Case of Calvin's Codices," young readers will embark on an extraordinary adventure alongside Calvin as he follows the clues, solves puzzles, and uncovers the secrets of the mysterious codex. With its captivating storytelling and thought-provoking mysteries, this book promises to ignite a passion for exploration, critical thinking, and the pursuit of knowledge in young minds. If you like this book, write a review on google books!
Curiosity
Author: Philip Ball
language: en
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
Release Date: 2014-09-17
"Looking closely at the sixteenth through eighteenth centuries, Ball vividly brings to life the age when modern science began, a time that spans the lives of Galileo and Isaac Newton. In this entertaining and illuminating account of the rise of science as we know it, Ball tells of scientists both legendary and lesser known, from Copernicus and Kepler to Robert Boyle, as well as the inventions and technologies that were inspired by curiosity itself, such as the telescope and the microscope. The so-called Scientific Revolution is often told as a story of great geniuses illuminating the world with flashes of inspiration. But Curiosity reveals a more complex story, in which the liberation--and subsequent taming--of curiosity was linked to magic, religion, literature, travel, trade, and empire. Ball also asks what has become of curiosity today: how it functions in science, how it is spun and packaged for consumption, how well it is being sustained, and how the changing shape of science influences the kinds of questions it may continue to ask"--OCLC