How to Use the Popular Science Library; History of Science; General Index
by OpenStories
Original author: Garrett Putman Serviss
"How to Use the Popular Science Library; History of Science; General Index" by Garrett P. Serviss is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This volume serves as a comprehensive guide and reference for readers seeking to deepen their understanding of science as it relates to everyday experiences, providing context and historical framework for various scientific disciplines. The text emphasizes the interconnections among different fields of science and presents an engaging approach to learning. The opening of the work introduces the reader to the purpose and value of the Popular Science Library, highlighting the significance of making scientific knowledge accessible to the general public rather than just specialists. It outlines the structure of the volume, which includes guidance for using the library effectively, a concise history of scientific advancements, and a thorough general index. Serviss argues that a fundamental appreciation for science enriches daily life, urging readers to recognize the scientific principles underlying commonplace events and experiences. This foundation sets the stage for an exploration of historical scientific progress, making the study of science both relatable and fascinating.
How to Use the Popular Science Library; History of Science; General Index, by Garrett Putman Serviss. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #51133.
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31 Chapters
- 1.Preface9,428 words
- 2.Chapter I: History of Science1,668 words
- 3.Chapter II: Primitive Man and Early Civilizations2,233 words
- 4.Chapter III: Pre-Babylonian Science1,870 words
- 5.Chapter IV: Egyptian Science3,139 words
- 6.Chapter V: Founding of Systematic Science in Greece2,590 words
- 7.Chapter VI: Golden Age of Greek Sciences2,712 words
- 8.Chapter VII: The Roman and Middle Ages2,106 words
- 9.Chapter VIII: Science in the Seventeenth Century2,637 words
- 10.Chapter IX: Prelude to Modern Science--The Eighteenth Century2,666 words
- 11.Chapter X: Physical Sciences in the Nineteenth Century2,342 words
- 12.Chapter XI: The Natural Sciences2,416 words
- 13.Chapter XII: Organic Evolution, Variation, and Heredity2,368 words
- 14.Chapter XIII: Chemical and Botanical Theories2,154 words
- 15.Chapter XIV: Geology, Metallurgy, and Meteorology2,348 words
- 16.Chapter XV: Medicine and Pharmacy2,152 words
- 17.Chapter XVI: Electricity and Radioactivities1,633 words
- 18.Chapter XVII: Science in the Twentieth Century (1)7,409 words
- 19.Chapter XVII: Science in the Twentieth Century (2)7,179 words
- 20.Chapter XVII: Science in the Twentieth Century (3)7,188 words
- 21.Chapter XVII: Science in the Twentieth Century (4)7,207 words
- 22.Chapter XVII: Science in the Twentieth Century (5)7,225 words
- 23.Chapter XVII: Science in the Twentieth Century (6)7,176 words
- 24.Chapter XVII: Science in the Twentieth Century (7)7,186 words
- 25.Chapter XVII: Science in the Twentieth Century (8)7,192 words
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- 29.Chapter XVII: Science in the Twentieth Century (12)7,208 words
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