Common Things Explained (1856)

by Dionysius Lardner

Book Overview

Common Things Explained is a book written by Dionysius Lardner and published in 1856. The book is a collection of explanations and descriptions of various everyday objects, phenomena, and processes that were common in the mid-19th century. It covers a wide range of topics, including the structure and function of the human body, the properties of different materials, the principles of mechanics and physics, and the workings of machines and tools. The...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164609742
• ISBN13: 9781164609742
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 322 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"