A Philosophical and Mathematical Dictionary, Vol. 1 of 2: Containing an Explanation of the Terms, and an Account of the Several Subjects, Comprised ... and Experimental Also Memoirs of the Li - Softcover
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IT became, therefore, the only resource of the Reader, in many cases Where explanation was wanted, to' have recourse to Chamhers's Dictionary, in four large volumes folio, or to the Encyclopaedia Britannica, now in eighteen large volumes 4to, or the still more stupendous performance of the French Encyclopedists; and even here his expectations might be fre quently disappointed. These great and useful works, aiming at a general comprehension of the whole circle Of the Sciences, are sometimes very deficient in their descriptions of parti; colar branches; it being almost impossible, in such extensive undertakings, to appreciate.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book is a comprehensive dictionary of terms and concepts from astronomy, mathematics, and philosophy, both natural and experimental. It includes biographies of eminent authors whose discoveries or improvements contributed to the advancement of those fields. The author's historical perspective situates the development of these disciplines within their broader intellectual and cultural contexts, from their ancient origins through the Renaissance and up to the modern era. The book's insights trace the evolution of scientific thought, revealing how ideas have shaped our understanding of the universe and ourselves. Its combination of historical detail, technical explanations, and biographical sketches makes this an invaluable resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in exploring the foundations of human knowledge. 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. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781330413142_0
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