A History of Science — Volume 1 by Williams and Williams
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"A History of Science — Volume 1" by Henry Smith Williams, M.D., LL.D., assisted by Edward H. Williams, M.D., is a historical account likely written in the early 20th century. This volume focuses on the development of scientific thought from prehistoric times through early civilizations, including the Egyptians, Babylonians, and Greeks. It aims to explore the evolution of scientific ideas and principles that form the foundation of modern knowledge and civilization. The
opening of the volume sets the stage for a detailed exploration of the early roots of science, beginning with an analysis of prehistoric knowledge. It highlights that even primitive humans exhibited observational and classification skills, which are fundamental to the scientific method. Key observations by early humans are discussed, such as their understanding of gravity, temperature changes, and the basic concepts of biology and medicine. The narrative emphasizes the lineage of scientific thought, illustrating how each discovery built upon the previous one, and prepares the reader for a deeper study of the scientific achievements of ancient societies as they emerge from this prehistoric backdrop. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Williams, Henry Smith, 1863-1943 |
|---|---|
| Author | Williams, Edward Huntington, 1868-1944 |
| Title | A History of Science — Volume 1 |
| Note | Volume 1: The beginnings of science |
| Credits | Produced by Charles Keller, and David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 51.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | Q: Science |
| Subject | Science -- History |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 1705 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 1999 |
| Last Update | Jan 29, 2013 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 804 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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