GEORGE SARTON’S CONTRIBUTION TO THE FORMATION AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE HISTORY OF SCIENCE
Keywords:
George Sarton, Isis, Osiris, History of Science, May Sarton, source, university, philosophy, library, scholarly activity, Ghent, Harvard, university, source.Abstract
This article delineates the entry into the history of science and broader scholarship of George Sarton, who is widely recognized as the foundational father of the discipline. It provides comprehensive details regarding George Sarton’s completion of secondary and higher education, how he developed an interest in the history of science, and the profound impact of his personal life on the evolution of the field. The central objective of this research is to uncover George Sarton's role in the formation of the history of science and demonstrate how his personal trajectory influenced this scholarly process. By addressing these dimensions, the study aims to foster a heightened interest in the history of science among society and the broader academic community.
