A Century Of Inventions, 1863 (1863)

By Edward Foss

Book Overview

A Century of Inventions is a book written by Edward Foss in 1863. The book is a historical account of the most important inventions and discoveries made during the 17th century in England. Foss provides a detailed description of the inventions that have had the greatest impact on society, including the telescope, the microscope, the steam engine, and the printing press. He also discusses the lives and work of the inventors and scientists who made these breakthroughs possible, such as Isaac Newton, Robert Boyle, and John Harrison. The book provides an insightful look into the scientific and technological advancements that shaped the modern world. A Century of Inventions is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of science and technology.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437448895
• ISBN13: 9781437448894
• Release Date: January 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 132 Pages
• Weight: 0.41 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"