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Scientific Correspondence Of Joseph Priestley

Scientific Correspondence Of Joseph Priestley

Joseph Priestley

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
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Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781437091366
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The Scientific Correspondence of Joseph Priestley is a book that contains ninety-seven letters written by Joseph Priestley, a renowned scientist and theologian, to various individuals including Josiah Wedgwood, Sir Joseph Banks, Captain James Keir, and others. The letters cover a wide range of topics related to scientific research and experimentation, including chemistry, electricity, and optics. They also touch on Priestley’s religious beliefs and his views on politics and society. The book was originally published in 1891 and provides an insight into the life and work of one of the most important figures in the history of science.Ninety-Seven Letters Addressed To Josiah Wedgwood, Sir Joseph Banks, Captain James Keir, James Watt, Dr. William Withering, Dr. Benjamin Rush, And Others. Together With An Appendix, I. The Likenesses Of Priestley In Oil, Ink, Marble, And Metal; II. The Lunar Society Of Birmingham; III. Inventory Of Priestley�������s Laboratory In 1791.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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