On the Connexion of the Physical Sciences by Mary Somerville
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"On the Connexion of the Physical Sciences" by Mary Somerville is a scientific publication written in the mid-19th century. The work explores the interrelationship between various physical sciences, particularly focusing on the principles of astronomy and gravitation. It delves into how these scientific concepts are interconnected, emphasizing the unity and harmony present in natural laws. At the start of the text, Somerville introduces her overarching theme: the pursuit of knowledge in science
as a form of elevated contemplation. She argues that understanding the physical world, especially through the lens of astronomy, reveals the grandeur of the universe and the laws governing it, which reflect a higher order. The opening portions lay the groundwork for detailed discussions on celestial mechanics, gravitation, and the mathematical theories that underpin the motions of heavenly bodies, thereby emphasizing the beauty and complexity of the physical sciences. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Somerville, Mary, 1780-1872 |
|---|---|
| Title | On the Connexion of the Physical Sciences |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/On_the_Connexion_of_the_Physical_Sciences |
| Credits |
Produced by Sonya Schermann and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 50.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | Q: Science |
| Subject | Science |
| Subject | Physical sciences |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 52869 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-52869-4 |
| Release Date | Aug 21, 2016 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 956 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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