Marvels of Scientific Invention by Thomas W. Corbin
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"Marvels of Scientific Invention" by Thomas W. Corbin is a scientific account written in the early 20th century. The work presents a non-technical exploration of various significant inventions and discoveries in science, including advancements in weaponry, electricity, and agricultural techniques based on the use of explosives. Its aim is to make complex scientific concepts accessible to a general audience, highlighting their practical applications and implications in everyday life. The opening of the
book introduces the use of dynamite in agriculture, emphasizing its usefulness beyond its destructive reputation. Corbin explains how explosives can benefit farmers by breaking up hard soil layers—known as "hard-pan"—to enhance root growth and improve crop yields. Through detailed descriptions, he illustrates the practical methods used in applying dynamite for various farming techniques, such as planting trees and managing water drainage. By demystifying explosives and showcasing their potential for agricultural innovation, Corbin sets the tone for a fascinating exploration of scientific advancements throughout the rest of the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Corbin, Thomas W. |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 17004604 |
| Title |
Marvels of Scientific Invention An Interesting Account in Non-Technical Language of the Invention of Guns, Torpedoes, Submarine Mines, Up-to-Date Smelting, Freezing, Colour Photography, and Many Other Recent Discoveries of Science |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow, Julia Neufeld and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 63.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | T: Technology |
| Subject | Inventions |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 38045 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-38045-2 |
| Release Date | Nov 18, 2011 |
| Last Update | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 513 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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