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Title:
Curiosities of Science, Past and Present
A Book for Old and Young
Note: Reading ease score: 54.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Contents: Introductory -- Physical phenomena -- Sound and light -- Astronomy -- Geology and paleontology -- Meteorological phenomena -- Physical geography of the sea -- Magnetism and electricity -- The electric telegraph -- Miscellanea.
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Summary: "Curiosities of Science, Past and Present" by John Timbs is a collection of scientific explorations written in the mid-19th century. This work aims to present intriguing aspects of various scientific fields, including astronomy, geology, and physics, that capture the interest of readers both young and old. It serves as an engaging introduction to lesser-known phenomena and discoveries that have shaped our understanding of the natural world. At the start of the volume, the author reflects on the extensive research and reading that informed his work, highlighting a long career of compilation and observation. Timbs sets the tone by addressing the increasing accessibility of scientific knowledge and the author's hope to make these curiosities both sound and popular. He prepares the reader for a journey through exciting scientific topics, such as the historical progress of painting, the principles of the safety lamp, and discusses the impact of famous scientists. Overall, the introduction invites readers into a world of scientific wonders that promises to expand their understanding and curiosity about the world around them. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Timbs, John, 1801-1875
EBook No.: 48516
Published: Mar 17, 2015
Downloads: 87
Language: English
Subject: Science
LoCC: Science
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
Curiosities of Science, Past and Present
A Book for Old and Young
Note: Reading ease score: 54.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Contents: Introductory -- Physical phenomena -- Sound and light -- Astronomy -- Geology and paleontology -- Meteorological phenomena -- Physical geography of the sea -- Magnetism and electricity -- The electric telegraph -- Miscellanea.
Credits:
Produced by Chris Curnow, Charlie Howard, and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
(This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "Curiosities of Science, Past and Present" by John Timbs is a collection of scientific explorations written in the mid-19th century. This work aims to present intriguing aspects of various scientific fields, including astronomy, geology, and physics, that capture the interest of readers both young and old. It serves as an engaging introduction to lesser-known phenomena and discoveries that have shaped our understanding of the natural world. At the start of the volume, the author reflects on the extensive research and reading that informed his work, highlighting a long career of compilation and observation. Timbs sets the tone by addressing the increasing accessibility of scientific knowledge and the author's hope to make these curiosities both sound and popular. He prepares the reader for a journey through exciting scientific topics, such as the historical progress of painting, the principles of the safety lamp, and discusses the impact of famous scientists. Overall, the introduction invites readers into a world of scientific wonders that promises to expand their understanding and curiosity about the world around them. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Timbs, John, 1801-1875
EBook No.: 48516
Published: Mar 17, 2015
Downloads: 87
Language: English
Subject: Science
LoCC: Science
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.