The 18th century was a wealth of knowledge, exploration and rapidly growing technology and expanding record-keeping made possible by advances in the printing press. In its determination to preserve the century of revolution, Gale initiated a revolution of its own: digitization of epic proportions to preserve these invaluable works in the largest archive of its kind. Now for the first time these high-quality digital copies of original 18th century manuscripts are available in print, making them highly accessible to libraries, undergraduate students, and independent scholars.Medical theory and practice of the 1700s developed rapidly, as is evidenced by the extensive collection, which includes descriptions of diseases, their conditions, and treatments. Books on science and technology, agriculture, military technology, natural philosophy, even cookbooks, are all contained here.++++The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to insure edition identification: ++++Bodleian Library (Oxford)T189469Read before the Royal Society, January 19, 1792. London, 1792]. 35, 1]p.; 4
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""An American In Europe: The Life Of Benjamin Thompson, Count Rumford"" is a biography written by Larsen, Egon that explores the life of Benjamin Thompson, an American who became a prominent figure in Europe during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Thompson, who later became known as Count Rumford, was a scientist, inventor, and statesman who made significant contributions to the fields of physics, chemistry, and social reform.The book delves into Thompson's early life in colonial America, his involvement in the American Revolution, and his subsequent move to Europe where he gained fame and recognition for his scientific discoveries and social initiatives. The author provides a detailed account of Thompson's experiments and inventions, including his work on heat transfer and the creation of the Rumford fireplace, which revolutionized home heating.In addition to his scientific pursuits, the book also examines Thompson's role in European politics and society, including his involvement in the Bavarian government and his efforts to improve the lives of the poor through social welfare programs. The author also explores Thompson's personal life, including his marriages and relationships with prominent figures of the time.Overall, ""An American In Europe: The Life Of Benjamin Thompson, Count Rumford"" offers a comprehensive look at the life of a remarkable individual who made significant contributions to science, politics, and social reform during a pivotal time in European history.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.
The 18th century was a wealth of knowledge, exploration and rapidly growing technology and expanding record-keeping made possible by advances in the printing press. In its determination to preserve the century of revolution, Gale initiated a revolution of its own: digitization of epic proportions to preserve these invaluable works in the largest archive of its kind. Now for the first time these high-quality digital copies of original 18th century manuscripts are available in print, making them highly accessible to libraries, undergraduate students, and independent scholars.Western literary study flows out of eighteenth-century works by Alexander Pope, Daniel Defoe, Henry Fielding, Frances Burney, Denis Diderot, Johann Gottfried Herder, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, and others. Experience the birth of the modern novel, or compare the development of language using dictionaries and grammar discourses. ++++The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to insure edition identification: ++++British LibraryT082757Also issued as part of: 'The German theatre' Vol. 6, London, 1801.London: printed by J. Wright, for Vernor and Hood, 1800. 4],75, 1]p., plate; 8
The 18th century was a wealth of knowledge, exploration and rapidly growing technology and expanding record-keeping made possible by advances in the printing press. In its determination to preserve the century of revolution, Gale initiated a revolution of its own: digitization of epic proportions to preserve these invaluable works in the largest archive of its kind. Now for the first time these high-quality digital copies of original 18th century manuscripts are available in print, making them highly accessible to libraries, undergraduate students, and independent scholars.Western literary study flows out of eighteenth-century works by Alexander Pope, Daniel Defoe, Henry Fielding, Frances Burney, Denis Diderot, Johann Gottfried Herder, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, and others. Experience the birth of the modern novel, or compare the development of language using dictionaries and grammar discourses. ++++The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to insure edition identification: ++++British LibraryT060701In: 'The German theatre' vol.2, London, 1801. Large paper issue.London: printed by T. Maiden, for Vernor and Hood, 1800. 4],99, 1]p., plate; 8
The 18th century was a wealth of knowledge, exploration and rapidly growing technology and expanding record-keeping made possible by advances in the printing press. In its determination to preserve the century of revolution, Gale initiated a revolution of its own: digitization of epic proportions to preserve these invaluable works in the largest archive of its kind. Now for the first time these high-quality digital copies of original 18th century manuscripts are available in print, making them highly accessible to libraries, undergraduate students, and independent scholars.Medical theory and practice of the 1700s developed rapidly, as is evidenced by the extensive collection, which includes descriptions of diseases, their conditions, and treatments. Books on science and technology, agriculture, military technology, natural philosophy, even cookbooks, are all contained here.++++The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to insure edition identification: ++++British LibraryT123757In: vol.I of 'Essays, political, economical, and philosophical', London, 1796-1802. With a half-title.Dublin: printed by and for R. E. Mercier and Co., 1796. 8],68p., plates; 8
