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100 1 _aBabbage, Charles,
_d1791-1871
245 1 0 _aReflections on the Decline of Science in England, and on Some of Its Causes
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c1998
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 1998-02-01
508 _aProduced by An Anonymous Volunteer, and David Widger
520 _a"Reflections on the Decline of Science in England, and on Some of Its Causes" by Charles Babbage is a critical examination of the state of science in England, written during the early 19th century. The volume addresses various factors contributing to the observed decline in scientific inquiry, particularly in the more complex and abstract disciplines. Babbage expresses concern over the neglect of science in England compared to progress in other countries, highlighting institutional failings and societal indifference that hinder scientific advancement. The opening of the work presents Babbage's dedication to a nobleman without naming him, suggesting a thoughtful yet contentious stance towards criticism of scientific institutions. He acknowledges a perceived decline in scientific rigor and discusses the frameworks and inadequacies of education, professional motivations, and governmental support for innovation. He emphasizes the need for reform within scientific societies, especially the Royal Society, to revitalize England's scientific prowess. Throughout, Babbage calls for public discourse on these issues, aiming to spur recognition and action that could restore England's standing in the global scientific community. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aScience -- Great Britain -- History
653 _aRoyal Society (Great Britain)
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/1216
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