Discourses On Practical And Experimental Subjects (1845)

By Jonathan Cogswell

Book Overview

Discourses on Practical and Experimental Subjects is a book written by Jonathan Cogswell in 1845. This book is a collection of lectures and essays on various practical and experimental subjects such as agriculture, chemistry, mechanics, and natural philosophy. The author aims to provide useful knowledge and practical advice to readers who are interested in these fields. The book is divided into several sections, each dealing with a specific subject. The first section covers agricultural topics such as soil management, crop rotation, and fertilization. The second section focuses on chemistry, including discussions on the properties of matter, chemical reactions, and the composition of various substances. The third section deals with mechanics and includes essays on the principles of mechanics, the construction of machines, and the use of tools. The final section covers natural philosophy, which includes topics such as astronomy, optics, and electricity. Throughout the book, the author provides examples and practical applications of the concepts discussed, making it a valuable resource for those interested in practical knowledge and experimentation. Overall, Discourses on Practical and Experimental Subjects is an informative and engaging book that provides a wealth of information on a variety of subjects.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: 1164621734
• ISBN13: 9781164621737
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 232 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"