Great Inventions And Discoveries (1911) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436924856)

Great Inventions and Discoveries is a book written by Willis Duff Piercy and first published in 1911. The book explores some of the most important and influential inventions and discoveries in human history, from the wheel and the printing press to the steam engine and the telegraph. Piercy provides a detailed account of the development and impact of these inventions and discoveries, tracing their origins and examining their effects on society, culture, and the economy. He also explores the lives and careers of the inventors and discoverers behind these innovations, shedding light on their motivations, struggles, and achievements. The book is a fascinating look at the history of human ingenuity and the ways in which new ideas and technologies have transformed the world. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of science, technology, and innovation.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Willis Duff Piercy
ISBN-10: 1436924855
ISBN-13: 9781436924856
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 08/18/2008
Pages: 212
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.06lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.63d