Philosophy In Sport Made Science In Earnest: Being An Attempt To Illustrate The First Principles Of Natural Philosophy By The Aid Of Popular Toys And (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780548649749)

""Philosophy In Sport Made Science In Earnest"" is a book written by John Ayrton Paris in 1839. The book attempts to illustrate the first principles of natural philosophy by using popular toys and sports as examples. The author argues that by understanding the fundamental principles of physics, mechanics, and other sciences, one can better appreciate and enjoy various sports and games. The book covers a wide range of topics including the laws of motion, the properties of matter, and the principles of optics. It also includes practical experiments and demonstrations that readers can perform at home. Overall, ""Philosophy In Sport Made Science In Earnest"" is a fascinating exploration of the intersection between science and sport, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of science or the physics of sports.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: John Ayrton Paris, George Cruikshank
ISBN-10: 054864974X
ISBN-13: 9780548649749
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 10/22/2007
Pages: 508
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.63lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.13d