This collection of papers offers a valuable glimpse into the state of agricultural research in the mid-nineteenth century, with contributions from some of the leading experts in the field. Highlighting the importance of scientific inquiry in agricultural practices, these papers remain relevant to contemporary discussions of sustainable farming and environmental stewardship.
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An Introduction to Astronomy: Designed as a Textbook for the Students of Yale College
- 294pages
- 11 heures de lecture
Compendium of Astronomy
- 312pages
- 11 heures de lecture
A comprehensive overview of the science of astronomy, including celestial mechanics, the solar system, stars, nebulae, and galaxies. Written for a general audience, it provides a fascinating glimpse into the mysteries of the universe, as well as a grounding in the principles of scientific inquiry.
An Introduction to Astronomy: Designed as a Text-Book for the Use of Students in College. by Denison Olmsted ...
- 348pages
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An Introduction to Natural Philosophy: Designed As a Text-Book for the Use of Students in Yale College
- 374pages
- 14 heures de lecture
This book provides an introductory view of natural philosophy, including a discussion of mechanics and electricity. It is designed to be a text-book for use in Yale College, but it is accessible to general readers as well. Ideal for students of physics and engineering, this book provides a solid foundation in the principles of natural philosophy.
A Compendium of Natural Philosophy: Adapted to the Use of the General Reader, and of Schools and Academies
- 460pages
- 17 heures de lecture
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This comprehensive guide to natural philosophy covers a broad range of topics, from mechanics and hydrostatics to electricity and optics. It is designed to be accessible to a general audience, but also provides detailed instructions and experiments for students and teachers.