Rise of Reason 1700-1799, the. Facts on File Science Library: the History of Science |
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Author:
| Moser, Diane Kit |
Series title: | History of Science Ser. |
ISBN: | 978-1-280-95232-6 |
Publication Date: | Jan 2004 |
Publisher: | Facts On File, Incorporated
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Book Format: | Ebook |
List Price: | USD $40.00 |
Book Description:
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This volume follows the story of scientific discovery throughout the 18th century. Exploring a period profoundly influenced by the Enlightenment and the Industrial Revolution, The Rise of Reason: 1700-1799 shows readers important discoveries that were made about gases, electricity, classification of living things, geology, and the universe. Covering scientists such as Cavendish, Avogadro, Franklin, Volta, and many others, this volume discusses the progress made in science during the...
More DescriptionThis volume follows the story of scientific discovery throughout the 18th century. Exploring a period profoundly influenced by the Enlightenment and the Industrial Revolution, The Rise of Reason: 1700-1799 shows readers important discoveries that were made about gases, electricity, classification of living things, geology, and the universe. Covering scientists such as Cavendish, Avogadro, Franklin, Volta, and many others, this volume discusses the progress made in science during the 18th century, especially in the physical and Earth sciences.