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The pleasures of fancyand imagination, and social con. Verse, man is constituted a speculative being; be con templates the world, and the objects around him, not with a passive, indifferent gaze, as a set of pheno mena in which he has no further interest than as they affect his immediate situation, and can be ren dered subservient to his comfort, but as a system disposed with order and design. He approves and feels the highest admiration for the harmony of its parts, the skill and efiiciency of its contrivances. Some of these which he can best trace and under. Stand he attempts to imitate, and finds that to a certain extent, though rudely and imperfectly, he can succeed, in others, that although he an com prehend the nature of the contrivance, he is totally destitute of all means of imitation; - while in others, again, and those evidently the most important, though he sees the effect produced, yet the means by which it is done are alike beyond his kn.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the nature and benefits of studying the physical sciences, and how scientific pursuits shape our understanding of the world around us. The author argues that scientific knowledge provides us with a systematic and reliable way to understand natural phenomena, enabling us to identify the causes and effects of events and to predict future occurrences more accurately. The book delves into the historical development of scientific thought, examining the role of observation, experimentation, and theory in advancing our understanding of the physical world. The author emphasizes the practical applications of scientific knowledge, highlighting how it has led to technological advancements and improvements in our quality of life. By fostering a deeper appreciation for the scientific method and its transformative power, this book encourages readers to engage with science and see it as a source of empowerment and wonder. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780332282022_0
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