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Dissertation Third, Exhibiting a General View of the Progress of Chemical Philosophy, From the Early Ages to the End of the Eighteenth Century - Softcover

William Thomas Brande

 
9780282801335: Dissertation Third, Exhibiting a General View of the Progress of Chemical Philosophy, From the Early Ages to the End of the Eighteenth Century

Synopsis

This book provides an in-depth look at the growth of chemistry as an experimental science, tracing its evolution from the mystical alchemy of the Middle Ages to the groundbreaking theories of the 18th century. The author places the subject firmly within its historical context, exploring the influence of figures like Roger Bacon and Paracelsus. Thematic discussions include a detailed analysis of the four-element theory of the ancients and the ideas of combustion put forward by Becher and Stahl. The book concludes with an examination of the contributions made by Boyle, Hooke, and Newton, highlighting how their work set the stage for the scientific revolution of the 19th century.

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