Lectures On Select Subjects in Mechanics, Hydrostatics, Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Optics, Geography, Astronomy, and Dialling; Volume 1 - Hardcover

Brewster, David; Ferguson, James

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1020342056 ISBN 13: 9781020342059

Publisher: Legare Street Press, 2023

Synopsis

Discover the wonders of science and mathematics with this collection of lectures by leading 18th-century scientists David Brewster and James Ferguson. Covering topics such as mechanics, optics, and astronomy, these lectures offer a fascinating glimpse into the scientific revolution of their time. With detailed illustrations, practical examples, and clear explanations, this book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of science and the development of modern physics and engineering.

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Edition details

• Publisher: Legare Street Press
• Publication date: 2023
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1020342056
• ISBN 13: 9781020342059
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 404