A History Of Science Part 4

""A History of Science V4"" by Henry Smith Williams is a comprehensive and detailed account of the evolution of scientific thought and discovery from ancient times to the present day. The book covers a wide range of scientific disciplines, including physics, chemistry, biology, astronomy, and medicine, and explores the contributions of key figures such as Galileo, Newton, Darwin, and Einstein. The fourth volume of this series focuses on the scientific developments of the 20th century, including the emergence of quantum mechanics, relativity theory, and genetics. It also delves into the impact of scientific discoveries on society, including the development of technologies such as the telephone, television, and computer. Throughout the book, Williams provides engaging and accessible explanations of complex scientific concepts, making it an excellent resource for both students and general readers interested in the history of science. The book is well-researched and includes extensive references and a comprehensive index for further study. Overall, ""A History of Science V4"" is a valuable contribution to the field of science history and a fascinating read for anyone interested in the evolution of scientific thought and discovery.It was a dream, however, which was not confined to Goethe and Darwin. Even earlier the idea had come more or less vaguely to another great dreamer--and worker--of Germany, Immanuel Kant, and to several great Frenchmen, including De Maillet, Maupertuis, Robinet, and the famous naturalist Buffon--a man who had the imagination of a poet, though his message was couched in most artistic prose. Not long after the middle of the eighteenth century Buffon had put forward the idea of transmutation of species, and he reiterated it from time to time from then on till his death in 1788. But the time was not yet ripe for the idea of transmutation of species to burst its bonds.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.