Observations On The Temple Of Serapis At Pozzuoli Near Naples (1847) - Softcover

Babbage, Charles

Softcover

ISBN 10: 054861489X ISBN 13: 9780548614891

Publisher: Kessinger Publishing, 2007

Synopsis

Observations On The Temple Of Serapis At Pozzuoli Near Naples is a book written by Charles Babbage, a mathematician and inventor. The book is a detailed account of Babbage's observations and analysis of the Temple of Serapis, an ancient Roman temple located in Pozzuoli, near Naples, Italy. Babbage's work on the temple was a significant contribution to the field of archaeology, as he was one of the first to use scientific methods to study ancient ruins. In the book, Babbage describes his examination of the temple's architecture, its layout, and the materials used in its construction. He also discusses the temple's history, including its use as a Christian church in the Middle Ages.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of the temple. Babbage's observations are supported by detailed illustrations and diagrams, making it a valuable resource for scholars and students of archaeology, architecture, and ancient history.Observations On The Temple Of Serapis At Pozzuoli Near Naples was first published in 1847 and has since become a classic work in the field of archaeology. It remains an important resource for anyone interested in the study of ancient Roman architecture and history.With An Attempt To Explain The Causes Of The Frequent Elevation And Depression Of Large Portions Of The Earths Surface In Remote Periods, And To Prove That Those Causes Continue In Action At The Present Time. With A Supplement. Conjectures On The Physical Condition Of The Surface Of The Moon.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.

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About the Author

Dr. Martin Campbell-Kelly is Lecturer in Computer Science, University of Warwick, Editor-in-Chief of the Charles Babbage Institute reprint series for the History of Computing, and editor of "Annals of the History of Computing".

Edition details

• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Publication date: 2007
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 054861489X
• ISBN 13: 9780548614891
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 48