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The Life, Times, and Scientific Labours of the Second Marquis of Worcester
To Which is Added a Reprint of His Century of Inventions, 1663, With a Commentary Thereon. (Cram Edition)
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Tradd Street Press Unsere-Artikel-Nr.: P34999384
EAN: 9781026211601
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Beschreibung
This XpressRead Cram Edition of The Life, Times, and Scientific Labours of the Second Marquis of Worcester pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic. Delve into the remarkable life of Edward Somerset, the Second Marquis of Worcester, with Henry Dircks's meticulously researched biography, "The Life, Times, and Scientific Labours of the Second Marquis of Worcester. " This fascinating historical account explores the multifaceted world of a 17th-century nobleman, inventor, and engineer. Somerset, also known as the Marquis of Worcester, was a visionary whose mechanical ingenuity often defied the conventions of his time. Beyond the biographical narrative, this volume includes a reprinted edition of Somerset's influential work, "Century of Inventions," originally published in 1663. Dircks provides insightful commentary, shedding light on the context and significance of Somerset's inventive concepts. Explore the historical intersection of biography, engineering, and scientific innovation in this comprehensive study of a brilliant and often overlooked figure. Ideal for readers interested in historical biographies, the history of technology, and the evolution of scientific thought.