The Ascent of Man' by Jacob Bronowski (1973)

The Ascent of Man is a 1973 television documentary series produced by the BBC and written and presented by Jacob Bronowski.

The series looks into the history of science and civilization, tracing the development of science which has allowed humans to progress from their primitive origins.

It explores the relationship between science and religion, the role of the human in the universe, the scientific revolution and its consequences.

The series is composed of thirteen episodes, each of which focuses on a different historical period and its connection to the development of scientific knowledge.

The series covers topics such as the rise of modern science, the scientific revolution, the development of mathematics, the industrial revolution, and the development of technology.

It presents a humanistic view of the history of science, looking at the development of scientific thought and its impact on the advancement of humanity.

Bronowski emphasizes the importance of creativity and imagination in scientific progress and the role of the individual in the advancement of science.

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