Publications by authors named "Jetze Touber"
Article Synopsis
- Italian scholars in the sixteenth century studied minerals to deepen their geological knowledge while also reflecting on divine order and the broader significance of natural phenomena.
- The article focuses on Michele Mercati's mineral collection, the Metallotheca, and explores the relationships among the physicians, scholars, and religious figures in his circles.
- Mercati's work highlights the perceived supernatural qualities of certain minerals, particularly those found in living bodies, suggesting that scholars should approach nature with awe and reverence rather than mere curiosity.
