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Universal Languages and Scientific Taxonomy in the Seventeenth Century

by M. M. Slaughter (Author)
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  1. ISBN-10
    0521244773
  2. ISBN-13
    978-0521244770
  3. Publisher
    Cambridge University Press
  4. Publication date
    October 29, 1982
  5. Language
    English
  6. Dimensions
    5.98 x 0.87 x 8.98 inches
  7. Print length
    288 pages
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Book Description

Examines highly regarded proposals during the seventeenth century for an artificial language intended to replace Latin as the international medium of communication.

Book Description

In the seventeenth century, a series of proposals and schemes for an artificial language intended to replace Latin as the international medium of communication gained currency, supported by many eminent scientists of the day. Dr Slaughter demonstrates that the idea was a rational response to various factors of the age.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Cambridge University Press (October 29, 1982)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 288 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0521244773
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0521244770
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.24 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.98 x 0.87 x 8.98 inches

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