Dr Fabien Paillusson - School Of Mathematics And Physics Dr Anna Marie Roos - School Of History & Heritage University Of Lincoln

Stories about leaving the Earth to visit other worlds have existed since ancient times. The specific content and focus of these stories depends on historical and cultural context. In the first part of this duo’s public lecture, Dr Anna Marie Roos will share with the audience various accounts of space travel ranging from antiquity to the 17th century.

In the second part, Dr Fabien Paillusson will discuss more specifically how Newtonian and post- Newtonian scientific ideas compel us to think anew about some of the basic premises of space travel. Suitable for ages 8+