Jana Černá:
Pliny of the New World: Francisco Hernández and the first modern scientific expedition

Abstract

The central theme of this study is the expedition of Spanish doctor and philosopher Francisco Hernández (1517–1587). The paper concentrates on the specific features of this expedition and natural history (namely empiricism, utilitarism, cooperation etc.).

Language: czech

Keywords: New World; natural history; Pliny; first scientific expedition; experience; scientific communication and cooperation