Essays from the Edinburgh and Quarterly Reviews: With Addresses and Other Pieces

by John Herschel

Book Overview

First published in 1857, this work comprises assorted noteworthy writings by the mathematician and astronomer Sir John Herschel (1792-1871), reflecting his diverse scientific and literary interests. It includes a piece on terrestrial magnetism, a review of William Whewell's writings on the history and philosophy of science, and several addresses to the Royal Astronomical Society. Of particular interest is Herschel's commentary on Adolphe Quetelet's...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1108069657
• ISBN13: 9781108069656
• Release Date: July 2014
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 760 Pages
• Weight: 2.09 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.7" x 5.5" x 8.5"