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A Catechism of Familiar Things
Hardcover
General EducationGeneral Science
ISBN13: 9781023123051
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 200
Weight: 1.01
Height: 0.50 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Explore the fascinating history of everyday science with A Catechism of Familiar Things. This engaging volume, originally published by Benziger Brothers, delves into the origins and evolution of common inventions and discoveries. Structured as a catechism, it offers accessible explanations of the scientific principles and historical events that shaped our world.
Journey through time and learn about the development of essential technologies. From simple tools to groundbreaking innovations, this book illuminates the path of progress in an easy-to-understand format. Perfect for anyone interested in popular science, the book provides a general overview of scientific knowledge. A valuable educational resource, A Catechism of Familiar Things offers timeless insights into the science that surrounds us. This republication preserves the original text, offering a glimpse into the history of science education and the enduring quest for knowledge.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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