Ergebnis für "Atlantis" in Wissenschaft & Technik

This series delves into the fascinating legend of Atlantis, tracing its origins from Plato’s ancient philosophical texts to its modern interpretations. Each episode explores a different aspect of the mystery, including historical theories, scientific discoveries, and the influence of Atlantis in popular culture. By examining the myth’s enduring appeal, the series reveals how Atlantis serves as both a cautionary tale of human ambition and a symbol of humanity’s eternal quest for knowledge and utopia. Whether fact or fiction, Atlantis remains a powerful narrative that continues to ...

Atlantis – from its first account by Plato, to the explorers who searched in vain and the discovery that might finally solve its mystery – takes on a new shape in Damian’s quest. At once a spellbinding love letter to diving, The Drowned Places is also a profound examination of the power that myth has over us, and what happens when it crosses over into reality.

In this captivating paper presented to the Literary and Historical Society in Quebec, Fletcher systematically unveils what he believes to be compelling evidence for the existence of the legendary island of Atlantis. He begins by exploring historical references to Atlantis found in ancient texts, even those regarded purely as myths (Part 1). He then delves into linguistic features that may hint at an Atlantean origin (Part 2) and draws intriguing connections between American and European fossil flora and amber fauna, positing that Atlantis could be the crucial missing link (Part 3). Concluding ...

The New Atlantis (1627) is a utopian novel by Sir Francis Bacon in which he describes a vision of the future of human discovery, expressing his aspirations and ideals for humanity. The novel portrays a utopian world where "generosity and enlightenment, dignity and splendour, piety and public spirit" are the dominant qualities of the inhabitants.

Discover the many underwater mysteries our planet boasts. From lost civilizations to unidentified submerged objects, you'll be surprised by the multitude of strange, unexplained phenomena that originates under the waters across the world. There is nothing on this planet more mysterious than our oceans, lakes, streams, and rivers. These sources of water have always been sources of legend. Although we live on dry land, we draw our inspiration, our livelihood, and our most captivating experiences from the water. This audiobook brings to you some of the very best tales.