Philosophy Of Mineralogy (1798)

By Robert Townson

Book Overview

""Philosophy of Mineralogy"" is a book written by Robert Townson and published in 1798. The book is an exploration of the philosophical and scientific principles behind the study of minerals. It covers a wide range of topics, including the nature of minerals, their properties, and the methods used to identify and classify them. The book also delves into the historical context of mineralogy, tracing its roots back to ancient Greece and Rome. Throughout the book, Townson argues that the study of minerals is essential to understanding the natural world and the role that minerals play in shaping it. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both experts in the field and those new to the subject. Overall, ""Philosophy of Mineralogy"" is a fascinating exploration of the philosophical and scientific principles that underpin the study of minerals, and it remains an important work in the field to this day.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: 1165676249
• ISBN13: 9781165676248
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 236 Pages
• Weight: 0.71 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"