9781333945497 - The Beginnings of American Science: The Third Century; An Address Delivered at the Eighth Anniversary Meeting of the Biological Society of Washington (Classic Repri... (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the development of scientific thought in the United States, tracing its progress from the time of the first English settlements in the 16th century up to the close of the 19th century. The author examines the major scientific figures and institutions that shaped the course of American science, and explores the challenges and opportunities that they faced. The book also discusses the broader intellectual and cultural context in which American science developed, and its relationship to science in Europe and around the world. Ultimately, this book sheds light on the evolution of science as a social and intellectual force that has shaped the world we live in. 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.