The astrological and apocalyptic writings of the renowned cardinal and scholar Pierre d'Ailly (1350-1420) had an important influence on the voyages of Christopher Columbus, and illustrate the complex relationship between astrology, science and theology in the later Middle Ages.
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The astrological and apocalyptic writings of the renowned cardinal and scholar Pierre d'Ailly (1350-1420) had an important influence on the voyages of Christopher Columbus, and illustrate the complex relationship between astrology, science and theology in the later Middle Ages.
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