Sinopsis
Explore the tiny wonders of nature with an affordable, hands-on microscope guide.
This practical manual shows how to observe pond life, plants, and everyday microscopic structures using simple, low-cost tools. It emphasizes clear, beginner-friendly instruction and aims to help you discover and enjoy nature through direct, careful observation.
The book frames microscopy as an accessible hobby and learning tool. It guides you from selecting basic gear to understanding basic optics, preparing objects, and examining a wide range of specimens, from algae and seaweeds to insects and tiny plant parts. Expect practical steps, illustrated examples, and straightforward techniques you can try at home or in the field.What you’ll experience
- Easy, budget-friendly approaches to setting up ext improvisations and essential microscopes
- Fundamentals of illumination, focusing, and observing animal, vegetable, and mineral structures
- Hands-on methods for preparing slides, staining, and mounting specimens
- A broad tour of pond-life, seaweeds, and common small organisms with practical insights
"Sinopsis" puede pertenecer a otra edición de este libro.
Reseña del editor
Excerpt from Common Objects of the Microscope
The task of revising and bringing up to date a work which has been the guide, philosopher, and friend of thousands of commencing microscopists has been, in the present case, one of no small difficulty. On the one hand, there was the natural desire to interfere as little as possible with the original work and on the other, the necessity Of rendering avail able, to some extent at least, the enormous advance in every department which has taken place in the thirty-six years which have elapsed since the work was first offered to the public. The reviser has done his best not only to fulfil these two Objects, but to keep in view the original purpose of the book.
About the Publisher
Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com
This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Reseña del editor
PREFACE TO THE SECOND EDITION
-»-
The task of revising and bringing up to date a work which has been the guide, philosopher, and friend of thousands of commencing microscopists has been, in the present case, one of no small difficulty. On the one hand, there was the natural desire to interfere as little as possible with the original work ; and on the other, the necessity of rendering available, to some extent at least, the enormous advance in every department which has taken place in the thirty-six years which have elapsed since the work was first offered to the public. The reviser has done his best not only to fulfil these two objects, but to keep in view the original purpose of the book.
In the popular department of pond-life especially, about fifty new illustrations have been added, mostly from the reviser's own notebook sketches. The whole of the botanical part has been revised by one
Table of Contents
XXIV ALGEBRAIC TRA:ljFOR:IATJO~S A;>,"'D S{,'DSTJn;TJO~S 371; XXV SOLUTJO~ OF NU~lt'':JlJCAL Au:a;mvIC EQUAT'O~S • 392; XXVI YA "L :IOTlO's • 407; XXVII LAWS OF GnOWTH 423; XXVlII l'OLAR CoomH:-JATf;~ 431;; XXIX CO~IPLEX XCmHms 430; XXX SOLI}} ASALYTIC GtX>U·;THY: POJXTIi A:'1) LI~~':s 452; xXXI SOLID AXALYTICS: FfJlST DEGREE E(~UATJO:-;~ A~I); EQUA TJOXS J~; Two VAil' AIift:S; XXXII SOLID A"ALl'TICS: QU'DRlC S{jHFACt:S; T'DLES; 465; 47;; 495 XXIV ALGEBRAIC TRA:ljFOR:IATJO~S A;>,"'D S{,'DSTJn;TJO~S 371; XXV SOLUTJO~ OF NU~lt'':JlJCAL Au:a;mvIC EQUAT'O~S • 392; XXVI YA "L :IOTlO's • 407; XXVII LAWS OF GnOWTH 423; XXVlII l'OLAR CoomH:-JATf;~ 431;; XXIX CO~IPLEX XCmHms 430; XXX SOLI}} ASALYTIC GtX>U·;THY: POJXTIi A:'1) LI~~':s 452; xXXI SOLID AXALYTICS: FfJlST DEGREE E(~UATJO:-;~ A~I); EQUA TJOXS J~; Two VAil' AIift:S; XXXII SOLID A"ALl'TICS: QU'DRlC S{j
"Sobre este título" puede pertenecer a otra edición de este libro.
Otras ediciones populares con el mismo título
Resultados de la búsqueda para Common Objects of the Microscope (Classic Reprint)
Imagen del vendedor
Common Objects of the Microscope (Classic Reprint)
Impresión bajo demandaLibrería: Forgotten Books, London, Reino Unido
Calificación del vendedor: 4 de 5 estrellas
Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book is a guide to the fascinating world revealed by the microscope. Published in a time when the instrument was becoming increasingly popular, the author offers a clear and accessible introduction to the wonders of microscopy. The book goes beyond merely describing the workings of the microscope, delving into the intriguing structures of plants, insects, and other organisms. It explores the intricate details of cells, tissues, and organs, including the delicate veins of leaves, the complex eyes of insects, and the microscopic hairs that cover our own skin. The book emphasizes the importance of observation and experimentation, encouraging readers to actively explore the microscopic world around them. It provides instructions for collecting and preparing specimens, and detailed explanations of various methods for illuminating and examining them. The author's passion for the subject shines through in his vivid descriptions, making this book an engaging companion for anyone seeking to understand the hidden world of microscopic life. This book serves as a valuable introduction to the field of microscopy, paving the way for further exploration and discovery in the vast and often overlooked realm of the microscopic. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781440072291_0
Comprar nuevo
EUR 18,47
Gastos de envío gratis
Se envía de Reino Unido a Estados Unidos de America
Se envía de Reino Unido a Estados Unidos de America
Cantidad disponible: Más de 20 disponibles
Imagen de archivo
Common Objects of the Microscope Classic Reprint
Librería: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Estados Unidos de America
Calificación del vendedor: 5 de 5 estrellas
PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Nº de ref. del artículo: LW-9781440072291
Comprar nuevo
EUR 26,87
Gastos de envío gratis
Se envía dentro de Estados Unidos de America
Se envía dentro de Estados Unidos de America
Cantidad disponible: 15 disponibles
Imagen de archivo
Common Objects of the Microscope Classic Reprint
Librería: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Reino Unido
Calificación del vendedor: 4 de 5 estrellas
PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Nº de ref. del artículo: LW-9781440072291
Comprar nuevo
EUR 23,63
Envío por EUR 5,76
Se envía de Reino Unido a Estados Unidos de America
Se envía de Reino Unido a Estados Unidos de America
Cantidad disponible: 15 disponibles
Imagen de archivo
Common Objects of the Microscope (Classic Reprint)
Impresión bajo demandaLibrería: Revaluation Books, Exeter, Reino Unido
Calificación del vendedor: 5 de 5 estrellas
Paperback. Condición: Brand New. 252 pages. 9.00x6.00x0.56 inches. This item is printed on demand. Nº de ref. del artículo: zk1440072299
Comprar nuevo
EUR 28,65
Envío por EUR 11,48
Se envía de Reino Unido a Estados Unidos de America
Se envía de Reino Unido a Estados Unidos de America
Cantidad disponible: 1 disponibles
Imagen del vendedor
COMMON OBJECTS OF THE MICROSCO
Librería: moluna, Greven, Alemania
Calificación del vendedor: 5 de 5 estrellas
Condición: New. KlappentextrnrnExcerpt from Common Objects of the MicroscopeThe task of revising and bringing up to date a work which has been the guide, philosopher, and friend of thousands of commencing microscopists has been, in the present case, one. Nº de ref. del artículo: 2148537203
Comprar nuevo
EUR 24,56
Envío por EUR 48,99
Se envía de Alemania a Estados Unidos de America
Se envía de Alemania a Estados Unidos de America
Cantidad disponible: Más de 20 disponibles