Letters on Natural Magic Addressed to Sir Walter Scott

von David Brewster

360 Seiten, Taschenbuch

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""Letters on Natural Magic Addressed to Sir Walter Scott"" is a book written by David Brewster, a Scottish physicist, mathematician, and inventor. The book is a collection of letters that Brewster wrote to Sir Walter Scott, a well-known Scottish author, in which he discusses various topics related to natural magic. In the letters, Brewster explores the history of natural magic, which he defines as the study of natural phenomena that appear to be magical or supernatural. He also delves into the scientific principles behind these phenomena, such as optical illusions, magnetism, and electricity. Brewster's letters are written in a conversational style, making them accessible to readers of all levels of scientific knowledge. He provides numerous examples and experiments that readers can try at home to better understand the concepts he discusses. Overall, ""Letters on Natural Magic Addressed to Sir Walter Scott"" is a fascinating exploration of the intersection between science and magic, and a testament to Brewster's skill as a communicator and educator.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Themen: Gesellschaft und Sozialwissenschaften Politik und Staat Politische Strukturen und Prozesse Politische Führer und Führung
• ISBN: 9781417969470
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 01.12.2004
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC