Britain's Heritage Of Science (1917)

By Arthur Schuster and Arthur Everett Shipley

Book Overview

Britain's Heritage of Science is a book written by Arthur Schuster and published in 1917. The book is a comprehensive account of the development of science in Britain, from its earliest beginnings to the early 20th century. Schuster, who was a physicist and astronomer, provides a detailed overview of the major scientific discoveries and breakthroughs made by British scientists over the centuries. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different area of science, such as physics, chemistry, biology, and astronomy. Schuster covers the contributions of famous British scientists like Isaac Newton, Michael Faraday, Charles Darwin, and James Clerk Maxwell, as well as lesser-known figures who made important contributions to the field. Throughout the book, Schuster emphasizes the importance of science in Britain's history and culture, and argues that the country's scientific achievements have played a crucial role in its economic and political success. He also discusses the challenges that British scientists faced, such as limited funding and resources, and the ways in which they overcame these obstacles to make groundbreaking discoveries. Overall, Britain's Heritage of Science is a fascinating and informative book that offers a unique perspective on the history of science in Britain. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the development of science and technology, and the role that science has played in shaping the modern world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164193112
• ISBN13: 9781164193111
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 382 Pages
• Weight: 1.12 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"