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A Secret History of Stars, with Jo Marchant and Helen Czerski

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Cosmic Concepts and Political Structures

This chapter examines the impact of cosmic ideas on political frameworks, particularly during significant events like the American Revolution. It highlights how scientific discoveries, such as heliocentrism and Newtonian mechanics, influenced societal views on authority and governance. Additionally, the chapter discusses the evolving relationship between science and art, exploring how various movements addressed the complexities of reality and human perception.

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