Bede the Scientist

The Venerable Bede has been celebrated as the first English historian; however, his scientific interests and achievements can be traced in much of his writing. On the Reckoning of Time is the earliest comprehensive treatment of measuring time and constructing a Christian calendar. The book includes an explanation of how the Earth was a sphere. On the Nature of Things is a survey of cosmology; Bede reads the cosmos from the heavens, through the atmosphere, to the oceans and rivers of earth. This course will study Bede’s scientific work within its historical context.

Tutor: Cristina Figueredo BA MA PhD

Term: Spring

Day: Saturday

Start Date: 22 February 2025

Time: 10am-4.30pm

No. of weeks: 1

Full fee: £57

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