The Poetry of Science; or, Studies of the Physical Phenomena of Nature by Hunt
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About this eBook
| Author | Hunt, Robert, 1807-1887 |
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| LoC No. | 07034754 |
| Title | The Poetry of Science; or, Studies of the Physical Phenomena of Nature |
| Note | Reading ease score: 45.4 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Contents | General conditions of matter -- Motion -- Gravitation -- Molecular forces -- Crystallogenic forces -- Heat: solar and terrestrial -- Light -- Actinism: chemical radiations -- Electricity -- Magnetism -- Chemical forces -- Chemical phenomena -- Time: geological phenomena -- Phenomena of vegetable life -- Phenomena of animal life -- General conclusions. |
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| Summary | "The Poetry of Science; or, Studies of the Physical Phenomena of Nature" by Robert Hunt is a scientific publication written in the mid-19th century. The book explores the intersection of science and poetry, particularly focusing on the physical phenomena of nature and their beauty. Hunt aims to elevate scientific truths to an aesthetic level, suggesting that there is inherent beauty in the laws of nature, making science appealing to a broader audience. The opening of the work sets a philosophical tone, encouraging readers to contemplate existence and the forces of nature that shape our world. Hunt introduces the concept that everything in the universe, from rocks to living beings, is constituted of atoms and is subject to continual change. He reflects on the transmutation of matter, wherein different states and forms arise from the same fundamental particles, suggesting a unifying principle in the diverse phenomena of nature. The text emphasizes that while science has uncovered many truths, it also highlights the mystery that remains, inviting us to appreciate the beauty and complexity of the physical world. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | Q: Science |
| Subject | Science |
| Subject | Physics |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 51897 |
| Release Date | Apr 30, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 163 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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