The World's Greatest Books — Volume 15 — Science By: John Alexander Hammerton (1871-1949) |
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The World's Greatest Books — Volume 15 — Science by John Alexander Hammerton is a comprehensive collection of scientific writings from some of the greatest minds in history. From Charles Darwin to Marie Curie, this volume covers a wide range of topics, including physics, biology, chemistry, and more.
One of the standout features of this book is the range of authors and their diverse perspectives on science. The compilation includes classic works such as Isaac Newton's "Principia" and Albert Einstein's "Relativity: The Special and General Theory," as well as lesser-known but equally valuable contributions from scientists around the world.
Hammerton's editing and commentary provide context and background information that help to illuminate the significance of each work. This makes the book accessible to readers of all levels of scientific knowledge, from beginners to experts.
Overall, The World's Greatest Books — Volume 15 — Science is a valuable addition to any library, offering a fascinating glimpse into the history of scientific thought and discovery. It serves as a reminder of the incredible contributions that science has made to our understanding of the world around us. THE WORLD'S GREATEST BOOKS JOINT EDITORS ARTHUR MEE Editor and Founder of the Book of Knowledge J.A. HAMMERTON Editor of Harmsworth's Universal Encyclopaedia VOL. XV SCIENCE WM. H. WISE & Co. Table of Contents PORTRAIT OF WILLIAM HARVEY Frontispiece PAGE BRAMWELL, JOHN MILNE Hypnotism: Its History, Practice and Theory 1 BUFFON, COMTE DE Natural History 12 CHAMBERS, ROBERT Vestiges of Creation 22 CUVIER, GEORGES The Surface of the Globe 33 DARWIN, CHARLES The Origin of Species 43 DAVY, SIR HUMPHRY Elements of Chemical Philosophy 64 FARADAY, MICHAEL Experimental Researches in Electricity 75 The Chemical History of a Candle 85 FOREL, AUGUSTE The Senses of Insects 95 GALILEO Dialogues on the System of the World 105 GALTON, SIR FRANCIS Essays in Eugenics 111 HAECKEL, ERNST The Evolution of Man 123 HARVEY, WILLIAM On the Motion of the Heart and Blood 136 HERSCHEL, SIR JOHN Outlines of Astronomy 146 HUMBOLDT, ALEXANDER VON Cosmos, a Sketch of the Universe ... Continue reading book >>
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