William Whewell V2: An Account Of His Writings, With Selections From His Literary And Scientific Correspondence (1876)

By William Whewell

Book Overview

William Whewell V2: An Account Of His Writings, With Selections From His Literary And Scientific Correspondence (1876) is a book that provides a comprehensive overview of William Whewell's writings and includes selected correspondence from his literary and scientific endeavors. Whewell was a prominent 19th-century English polymath who made significant contributions to philosophy, science, and education. This book delves into his life and achievements, including his work on the philosophy of science, his contributions to the study of geology and astronomy, and his role in the development of the British educational system. The selected correspondence sheds light on Whewell's personal and professional relationships with other notable figures of his time, including Charles Darwin and John Herschel. Overall, this book offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and work of one of the most influential thinkers of the 19th century.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: 1437365213
• ISBN13: 9781437365214
• Release Date: December 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 444 Pages
• Weight: 1.67 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 7.5" x 9.3"