The Clash: Globalism vs. the Scientific Revolution
The debate over the origin of science continues as historians explore the global origins of modern science, challenging the traditional Eurocentric narrative. James Poskett's book, "Horizons," argues that science was not limited to Europe but was a global effort, influenced by various cultures and their observations of the natural world. While Poskett's broad definition of science includes organized knowledge production, it raises questions about whether certain criteria, such as experiments and models, are necessary for something to be considered science. The book highlights the importance of non-European cultures' contributions to science but does not provide a counter-argument to the broader definition.