The History Of Spectacles (1907)

By Carl Barck

Book Overview

The History of Spectacles, written by Carl Barck and originally published in 1907, is a comprehensive examination of the evolution of eyeglasses from ancient times to the early 20th century. The book explores the origins of spectacles in ancient Rome and Greece, as well as their development in medieval Europe and the Renaissance. Barck also delves into the technological advancements that have led to the creation of modern eyeglasses, including the invention of bifocals and the development of lenses made from different materials. The History of Spectacles is a fascinating look at the history of a tool that has become an essential part of daily life for millions of people around the world.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: 116627182X
• ISBN13: 9781166271824
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 28 Pages
• Weight: 0.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"