Philosophical Recreations: Or Winter Amusements (1820)

By John Badcock Jr.

Book Overview

Philosophical Recreations: Or Winter Amusements (1820) is a book written by John Badcock. This book is a collection of philosophical and scientific puzzles, riddles, and experiments that were intended to entertain and educate readers during the winter months. The book covers a wide range of topics, including astronomy, chemistry, physics, and mathematics. Each chapter presents a different topic and includes a series of questions, problems, and experiments for readers to solve and explore. The book is written in an accessible and engaging style, making it suitable for readers of all ages and backgrounds. Overall, Philosophical Recreations: Or Winter Amusements (1820) is an entertaining and educational book that offers readers a unique and enjoyable way to learn about science and philosophy.A Collection Of Entertaining And Surprising Experiments In Mechanics, Arithmetic, Optics, Hydrostatics, Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Electricity, Chemistry, Magnetism, And Pyrotechny, Or Art Of Making Fire Works.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: 1166301575
• ISBN13: 9781166301576
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 220 Pages
• Weight: 0.66 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"