Surname H Collection (page 2)

William Harvey, English doctor
William Harvey (1578-1657), English doctor. Harvey is considered the founder of modern physiology for his work on the circulation of the blood

Hippocrates, Greek doctor and philosopher
Hippocrates (c. 460-370 BC), engraving of a marble bust of the Greek doctor and philosopher. He is considered to be the father of medicine, although little is actually known about him

Adolphe Hirsch, German astronomer
Adolphe Hirsch (1830-1901), German astronomer. Artwork from the ninth volume (first period of 1892) of the French popular science weekly La Science Illustree

William Hogarth, British artist
William Hogarth (1697-1764). 19th Century artwork of the British artist, satirist and social critic William Hogarth. Hogarth is credited with pioneering western sequential art

Albrecht von Haller, Swiss anatomist
Albrecht von Haller (1708-1777), Swiss anatomist and physiologist. Von Haller worked on the nervous system, and recognised the tendency of muscle fibres to contract when stimulated

Jan Baptiste van Helmont, Belgian chemist
Jan Baptiste van Helmont (1579-1644), Belgian doctor and chemist. Van Helmonts work was part of the transition from alchemy to experimental chemistry. He invented the word gas (from Greek chaos)

Jan Baptiste van Helmont and an alchemist. Artwork showing the Belgian doctor and chemist Jan Baptiste van Helmont (1579-1644, right), being given a piece of the Philosphers Stone by an alchemist

William Harvey lecturing on circulation
William Harvey (1578-1657), English physician, dissecting an animal during a lecture on the circulation of blood. By 1616 Harvey had dissected 80 species of animals

Alexander von Humboldt, German naturalist
Alexander von Humboldt (1769-1859), German naturalist and geographer. At 27, Humboldt inherited enough money to plan an expedition with botanist Aime Bonpland to South America (map shown)

Ice age, historical artwork
Ice age. Historical artwork of the last ice age, some 20, 000 years ago, by the Swiss geologist and naturalist Oswald Heer (18091883)

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"Exploring the Legacy of Surname H: From David Hume to Thomas Huxley" Delve into the intellectual realm with surname H, as we uncover a tapestry woven by brilliant minds. Scottish philosopher David Hume's profound ideas on skepticism and empiricism continue to shape philosophical discourse today. A whimsical caricature captures his essence, reminding us of his enduring influence. Venturing beyond philosophy, our journey takes us to the Guard Hall at Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), where scientific innovation thrives. Here, we encounter Herodotus, the Greek historian whose meticulous accounts shed light on ancient civilizations through captivating artwork. A Roman statue of Hercules stands tall amidst this exploration, symbolizing strength and heroism that transcends time. Moving forward in history brings us face-to-face with another caricature - David Hilbert, a mathematician who revolutionized algebraic geometry. The medical field beckons as we encounter Hippocrates, an Ancient Greek physician renowned for his ethical principles and contributions to medicine. Georg Hegel joins our ensemble with a caricature that hints at his influential work in philosophy and dialectics. Stepping into the world of physics leads us to Christiaan Huygens' caricature - a Dutch scientist known for groundbreaking discoveries in optics and wave theory. Fred Hoyle's presence adds a touch of humor as his caricature reminds us of this British astronomer's controversial stance on the origin of life. Edmond Halley makes an appearance too; he not only discovered Halley's Comet but also made significant contributions to mathematics and astronomy during the 17th century. Finally, Thomas Huxley awaits our arrival - an English biologist often referred to as "Darwin's Bulldog" due to his staunch support for Charles Darwin's theory of evolution. Surname H encapsulates centuries worth of knowledge across various disciplines – from philosophy and history to science and biology – leaving behind an indelible mark on human understanding.