Letters on Natural Magic; Addressed to Sir Walter Scott, Bart. by David Brewster
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| Author | Brewster, David, 1781-1868 |
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| Title | Letters on Natural Magic; Addressed to Sir Walter Scott, Bart. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 49.7 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Letters on Natural Magic; Addressed to Sir Walter Scott, Bart." by Sir David Brewster is a scientific publication written in the mid-19th century. The work explores the concept of Natural Magic, discussing how ancient governments and magicians used scientific principles to deceive their subjects and establish a sense of supernatural authority. Brewster aims to dissect various phenomena attributed to magic by examining their scientific underpinnings. At the start of the publication, Brewster introduces the concept of Natural Magic, emphasizing its historical significance and connection to human credulity. He outlines how ancient rulers manipulated scientific knowledge of nature to maintain power and influence through seemingly miraculous occurrences. The opening letters set the stage for a deeper examination of illusions related to optics, acoustics, and other scientific principles that fueled beliefs in magic and supernatural phenomena, revealing the intricate relationship between science and deception throughout history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | GV: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Recreation, Leisure |
| LoC Class | Q: Science |
| Subject | Scientific recreations |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 51645 |
| Release Date | Apr 3, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 113 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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