Vite da logico - 3 - Da Boole a Hilbert

De Rerum Natura is a six-book poem written in Latin hexameters by Lucretius. It sets forth the physical theory of the Greek philosopher Epicurus, explaining the principles of atomism, the mortality of the soul, and the natural explanations for various phenomena. The poem is divided into six books, each addressing different aspects of Epicurean philosophy, including the atomic structure of the universe, the nature of mind and soul, the mechanics of sense perception, and the origins of the world and human society. Lucretius argues that the universe operates according to natural laws without divine intervention, and he aims to eliminate fear of death and the supernatural by demonstrating that all phenomena can be explained by natural causes.

This novel, published in 1980, is a historical murder mystery that takes place in an Italian monastery in the year 1327. The story follows Franciscan friar William of Baskerville and his novice Adso of Melk as they investigate a series of mysterious deaths within the monastery. The narrative intertwines themes of power, censorship, and the conflict between dogmatic faith and science, all set against the backdrop of a labyrinthine library that holds a mysterious and potentially dangerous book. The novel is renowned for its complex blend of semiotics, biblical analysis, medieval studies, and literary theory.