The Ladder Of Cowslips: Or What Is Sound?

By Janet Kay Shuttleworth

Book Overview

The Ladder of Cowslips: Or What Is Sound? is a book written by Janet Kay Shuttleworth and published in 1878. The book is a comprehensive guide to understanding the nature of sound and how it works. It covers a range of topics related to sound, including the physics of sound waves, the properties of different types of sound, and the ways in which sound can be used in communication and entertainment.The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it easy for readers to understand even complex concepts. It is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of sound. The first section provides an overview of the physics of sound waves, including how they are created and how they travel through different media.The second section focuses on the properties of different types of sound, including pitch, volume, and timbre. It also covers the ways in which sound can be measured and analyzed.The third section looks at the ways in which sound can be used in communication and entertainment, including music, speech, and sound effects. It also covers the history of sound recording and reproduction, from the earliest phonographs to modern digital technology.Overall, The Ladder of Cowslips: Or What Is Sound? is an informative and engaging book that provides a comprehensive introduction to the science of sound. It is suitable for anyone with an interest in the subject, from students and academics to casual readers.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: 1104312573
• ISBN13: 9781104312572
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 132 Pages
• Weight: 0.41 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"