Scientific Babel
Michael D. Gordin
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Scientific Babel
Published
2015
Publisher
University of Chicago Press
Pages
424
ISBN-13
9780226000329
Description
Today scientists are a resolutely monoglot community, using exclusively English - but the rise of English was anything but inevitable and only very recent. In a sweeping history, from the Middle Ages through to today, Michael Gordin untangles the web of politics, money, personality and international conflict that led to the English language dominated world of science we now inhabit. He takes us on a journey from the fall of Latin to the rise of English, telling how we lost Dutch, Italian, Swedish and many other languages on the way. The significance of language in the nationalistic r.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Scientific Babel?
This edition of Scientific Babel has approximately 424 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Scientific Babel?
For most readers, Scientific Babel typically takes between 8h 50m and 5h 53m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 106,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 7h 4m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 15 days • Estimated word count: 106,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Scientific Babel?
The estimated word count for Scientific Babel is approximately 106,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Scientific Babel?
Scientific Babel was written by Michael D. Gordin.
When was Scientific Babel published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2015. The original work may have been published on a different date.