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_aDircks, Henry, _d1806-1873 |
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| 245 | 1 | 0 | _aScientific Studies; or, Practical, in Contrast with Chimerical Pursuits |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2013 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2013-09-28 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Simon Gardner, Chris Curnow and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) | ||
| 520 | _a"Scientific Studies; or, Practical, in Contrast with Chimerical Pursuits" by Henry Dircks is a series of lectures written in the late 19th century. The work primarily explores the life and inventions of Edward Somerset, the second Marquis of Worcester, who is credited with inventing the steam engine, while contrasting his practical scientific contributions with various chimerical pursuits such as astrology, alchemy, and the quest for perpetual motion. Dircks aims to illuminate the intersection of genuine scientific inquiry and historical contexts, particularly the challenges faced by innovators during times of political upheaval. The opening of the work sets the stage for a thoughtful exploration of these themes, beginning with an introductory discussion on the nature of popular lectures and the blend of knowledge required to engage audiences effectively. Dircks introduces the Marquis of Worcester, highlighting his exceptional life characterized by both scientific ingenuity and the trials of civil discord. The lecture addresses Worcestershire's inventive spirit and contrasts it with the superstitious pursuits that rose to prominence in his era. Dircks establishes a narrative that not only celebrates Worcester's contributions but also critiques the allure of dubious scientific claims, underscoring the essential nature of rigorous inquiry and practical application in the development of science. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
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| 653 | _aScience | ||
| 653 | _aWorcester, Edward Somerset, Marquis of, 1601-1667 | ||
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