02439cam a22003133u 4500 38045 UtSlPG 20260610133852.0 m cr n 260607r2011||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 17004604 UtSlPG en iso639-1 T Corbin, Thomas W. Marvels of Scientific Invention : An Interesting Account in Non-Technical Language of the Invention of Guns, Torpedoes, Submarine Mines, Up-to-Date Smelting, Freezing, Colour Photography, and Many Other Recent Discoveries of Science Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2011 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2011-11-18 Produced by Chris Curnow, Julia Neufeld and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "Marvels of Scientific Invention" by Thomas W. Corbin is a scientific account written in the early 20th century. The work presents a non-technical exploration of various significant inventions and discoveries in science, including advancements in weaponry, electricity, and agricultural techniques based on the use of explosives. Its aim is to make complex scientific concepts accessible to a general audience, highlighting their practical applications and implications in everyday life. The opening of the book introduces the use of dynamite in agriculture, emphasizing its usefulness beyond its destructive reputation. Corbin explains how explosives can benefit farmers by breaking up hard soil layers—known as "hard-pan"—to enhance root growth and improve crop yields. Through detailed descriptions, he illustrates the practical methods used in applying dynamite for various farming techniques, such as planting trees and managing water drainage. By demystifying explosives and showcasing their potential for agricultural innovation, Corbin sets the tone for a fascinating exploration of scientific advancements throughout the rest of the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Inventions https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/38045 78885 78885