Cosmos: A Sketch of a Physical Description of the Universe Part Two 1858

By Alexander von Humboldt, E C Otte, Professor Alexander von Humboldt, et al.

Book Overview

Cosmos: A Sketch of a Physical Description of the Universe V2 1858 is a book written by Alexander von Humboldt, a renowned German naturalist and explorer. The book is a comprehensive study of the physical universe, covering a range of topics from astronomy and geology to meteorology and biology. It is divided into five volumes, with the second volume being the subject of this description.In this volume, von Humboldt explores the natural laws that govern the physical universe, including the laws of gravity, electromagnetism, and thermodynamics. He also delves into the history of science, discussing the contributions of great thinkers such as Galileo, Newton, and Kepler. Von Humboldt's writing is both scientific and poetic, with vivid descriptions of the natural world and its wonders.Throughout the book, von Humboldt emphasizes the interconnectedness of all things in the universe, from the smallest particles to the largest celestial bodies. He argues that a complete understanding of the universe requires a multidisciplinary approach, combining knowledge from physics, chemistry, biology, and other fields.Cosmos: A Sketch of a Physical Description of the Universe V2 1858 is a seminal work in the history of science, and it continues to be studied and admired by scientists and scholars today. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the natural world and our place in it.Two of Five Volumes. Translated By E.C. Otte, B.H. Paul and W.S. Dallas. Bohn's Scientific Library.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: 1417982993
• ISBN13: 9781417982998
• Release Date: October 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 412 Pages
• Weight: 1.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"