Miscellanea Curiosa, Vol 1

Miscellanea Curiosa, Vol 1

by Edmond Halley

''Miscellanea Curiosa, Vol 1'' by Edmond Halley is a collection of scientific papers presented to the Royal Society during the late 17th and early 18th centuries. These papers represent the cutting edge of scientific knowledge at the time, covering a wide range of topics from astronomy and physics to biology and geology. While some of the theories and calculations presented may seem outdated by today's standards, they provide a fascinating glimpse into the evolution of scientific thought and the methods used to explore and understand the natural world. This volume serves as a valuable resource for scholars of scientific history and anyone interested in the development of scientific ideas.

Listen/Download Audiobook

Read by:
00:00
Playback Speed 1.0
00:00
  • Select Speed

Related books

Listening Cover image

Listening by John Frederick Freeman

“Listening” by John Frederick Freeman is a contemplative poem that explores the beauty and tranquility of a pastoral evening. The speaker meticulousl...

Reminiscences Of A Workhouse Medical Officer Cover image

Reminiscences Of A Workhouse Medical Officer by Joseph Rogers

This memoir, published in 1889, recounts the experiences of Joseph Rogers, a prominent English physician and social reformer, during his time as a med...

The Romance of Modern Invention Cover image

The Romance of Modern Invention by Archibald Williams

In a world of wonder and innovation, one man embarks on a journey to discover the secrets of modern invention. In The Romance of Modern Invention, Ar...

Life of Captain James Cook Cover image

Life of Captain James Cook by Arthur Octavius Kitson

Arthur Octavius Kitson's 'Life of Captain James Cook' is a comprehensive account of the renowned explorer's life and voyages. It details Cook's early...

Souls of the Streets and Other Little Papers Cover image

Souls of the Streets and Other Little Papers by Arthur Ransome

A collection of charming and evocative essays that capture the beauty, wonder, and everyday magic of the world around us. Arthur Ransome's keen eye fo...

Author's Abstract of Melancholy Cover image

Author's Abstract of Melancholy by Robert Burton

Robert Burton's *The Anatomy of Melancholy* is a sprawling and complex work that delves into the nature of melancholy, a term encompassing a wide rang...

Birds and Nature, Vol. VIII, No 3, October 1900 Cover image

Birds and Nature, Vol. VIII, No 3, October 1900 by Various

“Birds and Nature” was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under variou...

Romance of the Ship Cover image

Romance of the Ship by Edward Keble Chatterton

This book provides a comprehensive overview of the evolution of ships from their humble beginnings to the present day. It covers a wide range of topic...

Theory of Colours Cover image

Theory of Colours by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

Goethe's 'Theory of Colours' challenges the prevailing scientific understanding of color, particularly Newton's prism experiments. Instead of focusin...

Romance of Rubber Cover image

Romance of Rubber by United States Rubber Company

This pamphlet was published in the early 20th century by the United States Rubber Company so that "coming generations of our country ... have some und...

Reviews for Miscellanea Curiosa, Vol 1

No reviews posted or approved, yet...