Conversations on Natural Philosophy In Which the Elements of That Science Are Familiarly Explained and Adapted to the Comprehension of Young Pupils |
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| Author:
| Marcet, Jane Haldimand |
| Series title: | Cambridge Library Collection - Physical Sciences Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-107-36030-3 |
| Publication Date: | Oct 2014 |
| Publisher: | Cambridge University Press
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| Book Format: | Digital download and online |
| List Price: | USD $85.00 |
Book Description:
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Inspired by conversations with the famous scientists she entertained, Jane Haldimand Marcet (1769-1858) wrote a series of textbooks in the form of discussions between teacher and pupils. Published in 1819, this introduction to physics and astronomy served as one of the first scientific primers for young people, especially girls.
Inspired by conversations with the famous scientists she entertained, Jane Haldimand Marcet (1769-1858) wrote a series of textbooks in the form of discussions between teacher and pupils. Published in 1819, this introduction to physics and astronomy served as one of the first scientific primers for young people, especially girls.