Science Of Common Life (1909)

By Arthur Thomas Simmons and Ernest Stenhouse

Book Overview

The Science of Common Life, written by A.T. Simmons and published in 1909, is a comprehensive guide to the principles of science as they relate to everyday life. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the properties of matter, the laws of motion, electricity, magnetism, and the principles of light and sound. Simmons presents the information in a clear and concise manner, making it accessible to readers of all levels of scientific knowledge. He uses practical examples and real-world applications to illustrate the concepts, making it easy for readers to understand and apply the information in their daily lives.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a specific area of science. The first section covers the properties of matter, including its composition, density, and states. The second section discusses the laws of motion, including Newton's three laws and the principles of work and energy.The third section covers electricity and magnetism, including the basics of electrical circuits, the properties of magnets, and the principles of electromagnetic induction. The fourth section focuses on the principles of light and sound, including the properties of waves, the nature of light, and the principles of acoustics.Overall, The Science of Common Life is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning about the principles of science and how they apply to everyday life. It is written in a clear and engaging style, making it accessible to readers of all levels of scientific knowledge.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: 1164187147
• ISBN13: 9781164187141
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 342 Pages
• Weight: 1.01 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"