John Ayrton Paris Libri
Questo medico britannico è ricordato soprattutto come possibile inventore del taumatropio, un'illusione ottica che pubblicò nell'aprile 1825. Il suo lavoro dimostra una precoce comprensione dei principi della percezione visiva e della loro applicazione in dispositivi di intrattenimento ed educativi. Il suo contributo scientifico risiede nell'esplorazione dell'intersezione tra scienza e arte, offrendo uno sguardo affascinante sulle innovazioni dei primi del XIX secolo.
Philosophy in Sport Made Science in Earnest [By J.a. Paris]
- 592pagine
- 21 ore di lettura
Originally published in 1827, this classic work explores the relationship between philosophy and sport. Drawing on scientific research and first-hand experience, it argues that the pursuit of physical excellence can be just as intellectually stimulating as the study of philosophy.
This book is an authoritative guide to the science of pharmacology, providing insights into the history and properties of medicinal substances and practical advice on how to prescribe drugs based on scientific principles. It is an essential resource for medical professionals, researchers, and students.
Philosophy in Sport Made Science in Earnest; Volume II
- 322pagine
- 12 ore di lettura
The Life of Sir Humphrey Davy; Volume I
- 432pagine
- 16 ore di lettura
This book provides a comprehensive examination of the life of Sir Humphry Davy, a renowned scientist, and inventor. Paris explores Davy's scientific discoveries in the fields of chemistry, physics, and electricity, including his role in the development of the Davy lamp. Furthermore, the reader can learn about the social and political milieu in which Davy lived, highlighting the social changes in science and technology during the early 19th century.
The Elements Of Medical Chemistry
Embracing Only Those Branches Of Chemical Science Which Are Calculated To Illustrate Or Explain The Different Objects Of Medicine (1825)
- 636pagine
- 23 ore di lettura