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The Story Of Nineteenth-Century Science

The Story Of Nineteenth-Century Science

Williams, Henry Smith

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ISBN10: 1163635553
ISBN13: 9781163635551
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 486
Weight: 1.42
Height: 0.98 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Story Of Nineteenth-Century Science by Henry Smith Williams is a comprehensive account of the major scientific advancements and discoveries that took place during the 19th century. The book covers a wide range of scientific fields, including physics, chemistry, biology, geology, and astronomy, and explores the key figures and ideas that shaped each area of study.The book begins by providing an overview of the scientific landscape at the start of the 19th century, including the prevailing theories and beliefs of the time. It then delves into the major scientific breakthroughs of the century, including the discovery of the laws of thermodynamics, the development of the periodic table, the theory of evolution, and the discovery of the structure of the atom.Throughout the book, Williams provides detailed biographies of the scientists who made these groundbreaking discoveries, including Charles Darwin, Michael Faraday, Louis Pasteur, and Marie Curie. He also explores the social and political context in which these discoveries were made, highlighting the ways in which scientific advancements were shaped by broader cultural and historical trends.The Story Of Nineteenth-Century Science is a fascinating and accessible account of one of the most transformative periods in the history of science. It will appeal to anyone with an interest in the history of science, as well as those looking to deepen their understanding of the major scientific concepts and ideas that continue to shape our world today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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