02315cam a22003133u 4500 61233 UtSlPG 20260610134418.0 m cr n 260607r2020||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 QH Hogg, Jabez, 1817-1899 The Microscope. Its History, Construction, and Application 15th ed. : Being a familiar introduction to the use of the instrument, and the study of microscopical science Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2020 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2020-01-25 Produced by Wayne Hammond, Chris Curnow, and the PGDP volunteers. "The Microscope. Its History, Construction, and Application" by Jabez Hogg is a comprehensive scientific publication written in the late 19th century. The work serves as a detailed examination and introduction to the microscope, highlighting its historical development and its significant contributions to various scientific fields. It is aimed at both amateur enthusiasts and professionals interested in the study of microscopy. The opening of the book lays the foundation by addressing the historical evolution of the microscope, tracing its origins and acknowledging its first significant improvements. Hogg reflects on how the microscope transitioned from being a little recognized instrument to an essential tool in scientific research, especially in medical and botanical studies. This section introduces readers to early contributors to microscopy, such as Galileo and Dr. Hooke, while setting the stage for discussions on the instrument's technical specifications, including various types of lenses and optical principles. The author expresses his enthusiasm and personal connection to the microscope, hoping to inspire a broader appreciation for this "fascinating study" among the general public. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Natural history Microscopy https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/61233 102059 102059