Scientific Correspondence Of Joseph Priestley: Ninety-Seven Letters Addressed To Josiah Wedgwood, Sir Joseph Banks, Captain James Keir, Et Al (1891) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781437220261)

The book ""Scientific Correspondence Of Joseph Priestley: Ninety-Seven Letters Addressed To Josiah Wedgwood, Sir Joseph Banks, Captain James Keir, Et Al (1891)"" is a collection of letters written by Joseph Priestley, a prominent scientist and theologian of the 18th century. The letters are addressed to various correspondents, including Josiah Wedgwood, Sir Joseph Banks, and Captain James Keir, among others. The letters cover a wide range of topics related to Priestley's scientific and philosophical interests, including chemistry, physics, natural history, and theology. They also provide insights into Priestley's personal life, his relationships with other scientists and intellectuals of his time, and his views on politics and society.The book was first published in 1891 and has since become an important resource for scholars and researchers interested in the history of science and the intellectual culture of the 18th century. It offers a unique perspective on the life and work of Joseph Priestley, a figure who played a significant role in shaping the scientific and philosophical landscape of his time.Ninety-Seven Letters Addressed To Josiah Wedgwood, Sir Joseph Banks, Captain James Keir, James Watt, Dr. William Withering, Dr. Benjamin Rush, And Others. Together With An Appendix, I. The Likenesses Of Priestley In Oil, Ink, Marble, And Metal; II. The Lunar Society Of Birmingham; III. Inventory Of Priestley�������s Laboratory In 1791.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: Joseph Priestley
ISBN-10: 1437220266
ISBN-13: 9781437220261
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 10/27/2008
Pages: 252
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.19lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.69d