Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society - Vol 1 - 1666 by Various

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Author Various
Editor Oldenburg, Henry, 1615?-1677
Title Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society - Vol 1 - 1666
Giving some Accompt of the present Undertakings, Studies, and Labours of the Ingenious in many considerable parts of the World
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Summary "Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society - Vol 1 - 1666" by Various is a scientific publication written in the mid-17th century. This volume is part of a long-established series that chronicles the proceedings, discoveries, and observations made by members of the Royal Society, focusing on various fields of science and natural philosophy. In this issue, readers can expect a series of learned accounts detailing astronomical observations, experiments, and discussions on a wide range of subjects, highlighting the scientific progress and intellectual curiosity of the era. The opening of this volume introduces its purpose and sets the stage for the contributions contained within. It features a preface by Henry Oldenburg addressing the Royal Society, emphasizing the importance of sharing discoveries to advance knowledge and encourage inquiry among scholars. The initial excerpts cover a variety of topics, including the improvement of optical glasses in Rome, observations of celestial bodies like Jupiter and comets, as well as experimental inquiries into temperature and cold. This array of scientific discourse reflects the Renaissance's burgeoning interest in empirical investigation and the collaborative nature of scientific exploration during this pivotal time in history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class Q: Science
Subject Science -- Periodicals
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