A Course of Mechanical, Magnetical, Optical, Hydrostatical and Pneumatical Experiments perform'd by Francis Hauksbee, and the Explanatory Lectures read by William Whiston, M.A.
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Authors:
- Hauksbee, Francis
1687 - 1763
- Whiston, William
1667 - 1752
About this book
In an era marked by the burgeoning Enlightenment and the quest for scientific understanding, "A Course of Mechanical, Magnetical, Optical, Hydrostatical and Pneumatical Experiments" by Francis Hauksbee stands as a pivotal work. This groundbreaking document showcases a collection of experiments that delve into the fundamental principles of physics, including the behavior of light and the properties of fluids. Accompanied by the insightful lectures of William Whiston, M.A., this publication serves as a vital resource for students and civic activists eager to grasp the foundations of modern science. With its detailed explorations of mechanical and optical phenomena, this work invites readers to engage with the scientific method and its transformative impact on society.
