The Priestley Memorial at Birmingham: August, 1874 (1875)

By Thomas Henry Huxley, British & Foreign Unitarian, British And Foreign Unitarian

Book Overview

The Priestley Memorial at Birmingham: August, 1874 is a book written by Thomas Henry Huxley and published in 1875. The book is a detailed account of the unveiling ceremony of the Priestley Memorial in Birmingham, England, which took place in August 1874. The memorial was erected in honor of Joseph Priestley, a famous 18th-century scientist and theologian who lived and worked in Birmingham. The book contains a description of the ceremony, including speeches delivered by various dignitaries, as well as a history of Priestley's life and work. Huxley, a prominent scientist and supporter of the memorial, provides insights into the significance of Priestley's contributions to science and his role in the development of Unitarianism. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of science, religion, and the city of Birmingham.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: 1165595931
• ISBN13: 9781165595938
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 174 Pages
• Weight: 0.53 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"