This edition had all images removed.
Title: Every-day Science: Volume 6. The Conquest of Nature
Credits:
Produced by Chris Curnow, John Campbell, Albert László
(bertzi) and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images
generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "Every-day Science: Volume 6. The Conquest of Nature" by Henry Smith Williams, M.D., L.L.D. is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This volume delves into the relationship between man and nature, exploring how humans have harnessed the natural world to enhance their living conditions and productivity. The book likely focuses on the advancements in technology and mechanics that allow for such conquests, emphasizing the significant role of tools and machines in human development. At the start of the volume, Williams introduces the idea that the pursuit of knowledge has been driven by a desire to overcome the adversities presented by nature. He illustrates how even the most primitive tools have advanced to become complex machines, thus enabling humans to multiply their efforts and confront natural challenges effectively. The text underscores the historical progress from early tools to significant advancements like the steam engine and electricity, showcasing the intertwined relationship between scientific discovery and practical application that has shaped modern civilization. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 52.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Williams, Henry Smith, 1863-1943
Author: Williams, Edward Huntington, 1868-1944
EBook No.: 44502
Published: Dec 24, 2013
Downloads: 195
Language: English
Subject: Machinery
Subject: Industrial arts
LoCC: Technology
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Every-day Science: Volume 6. The Conquest of Nature
Credits:
Produced by Chris Curnow, John Campbell, Albert László
(bertzi) and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images
generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "Every-day Science: Volume 6. The Conquest of Nature" by Henry Smith Williams, M.D., L.L.D. is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This volume delves into the relationship between man and nature, exploring how humans have harnessed the natural world to enhance their living conditions and productivity. The book likely focuses on the advancements in technology and mechanics that allow for such conquests, emphasizing the significant role of tools and machines in human development. At the start of the volume, Williams introduces the idea that the pursuit of knowledge has been driven by a desire to overcome the adversities presented by nature. He illustrates how even the most primitive tools have advanced to become complex machines, thus enabling humans to multiply their efforts and confront natural challenges effectively. The text underscores the historical progress from early tools to significant advancements like the steam engine and electricity, showcasing the intertwined relationship between scientific discovery and practical application that has shaped modern civilization. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 52.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Williams, Henry Smith, 1863-1943
Author: Williams, Edward Huntington, 1868-1944
EBook No.: 44502
Published: Dec 24, 2013
Downloads: 195
Language: English
Subject: Machinery
Subject: Industrial arts
LoCC: Technology
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.