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Author Brewster, David, 1781-1868
Title The kaleidoscope : its history, theory and construction. With its application to the fine and useful arts
Edition Third edition, greatly enlarged.
Original Publication London: John Camden Hotten, 1870.
Note Reading ease score: 44.9 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits deaurider and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.)
Summary "The Kaleidoscope: Its History, Theory, and Construction" by Sir David Brewster is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This detailed work explores the principles of the kaleidoscope, including its innovative design, various applications in the arts, and the optical phenomena it generates. Brewster details the construction and functionality of the device, revealing its significance in both scientific and artistic contexts. The opening of the book introduces the kaleidoscope as an optical instrument that creates beautiful symmetrical images derived from simple forms. Brewster reflects on the genesis of the concept through his experiments with light and mirrors, dating back to 1814. He describes the foundational principles needed for constructing a kaleidoscope and achieving its characteristic visual effects. The text emphasizes the unique beauty brought by variations in position concerning the object and the observer's eye, setting the stage for a comprehensive exploration of the kaleidoscope's mechanics and artistic potential. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class QC: Science: Physics
Subject Kaleidoscopes
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EBook-No. 74417
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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