History Of Science In The Eighteenth Century, The

This book covers the Enlightenment and the beginnings of the Industrial Revolution. It recounts the findings of leading scientists of the day on such subjects as electricity, gases, and the classification of living things. Included also is a discussion of the scientific theories that shaped and inspired the discoveries of this vital era. Illustrated with line art and photos, this book presents the amazing breadth of 18th-century scientific thought, which laid the foundations for the way we perceive the world today.