1500-1700 Renaissance [Transmission Of Ideas] Flashcards
What was a major change at the start of the renaissance?
Communication and transmission of ideas
When was the invention of the printing press and who invented it?
Gutenberg in 1440
What was the usage of the printing press
It meant many exact copies of texts could be produced in a short amount of time
What was the affect of the printing press on the church’s control?
Reduced it
Why was the church’s control reduced due to the printing press
As the church could no longer prevent the publication of ideas not approved
When was the Royal Society’s publication of a journal?
1665
What was the name of the journal published by the Royal Society?
Philosophical transactions
What was the aims of the Royal society?
Further scientific understanding by carrying out and recording results,
+ then sharing and encouraging new theories and ideas.
What was the usage of Philosophical transactions?
It meant doctors and scientists could build off, challenge and study each others ideas
Who granted a Royal charter to the Society?
King Charles II (2nd)
What did King Charles II grant to the Society and why?
A royal charter as he was interested in science
What was a benefit of being granted a Royal charter?
Helped the society to gain credibility
