Excerpt from Conversations on Natural Philosophy: In Which the Elements of That Science Are Familiarly Explained
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Jane Marcet (1769-1858) was born in London and educated at home in the fields of mathematics, astronomy, and philosophy. She married Alexander Marcet and came in contact with numerous professional scientists. She went on to write books in an astonishing range of areas including chemistry, botany, economics, and religion.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delivers an accessible introduction to natural philosophy, the physics of the 1800s, for aspiring young female scientists. It covers universal concepts such as attraction, density, and weight, explaining topics like falling bodies and the effects of heat with simple experiments and clear examples. The author emphasizes the importance of attraction, especially the attraction of gravity, as a fundamental force that shapes the universe. Originally prepared for home education, this text remains relevant for anyone seeking an introduction to pre-20th century physics. 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 # 9781333074463_0
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