A snapshot of 1883 American science, shipping Western discoveries, practical knowledge, and thoughtful commentary for curious readers.
This Kansas City Review of Science and Industry issue gathers geology, astronomy, engineering, and education topics from the American Midwest. It combines detailed reports, editorials, and book notices to illuminate local and national science in a single, readable edition.
- The Ancient Mississippi and its Tribes; Geological Survey of Missouri; The Bottom of the Ocean; The Use of Tobacco.
- Editorial notes, Academy of Science activities, and notices of new science publications.
- Summaries of education statistics and the state of public schooling in Missouri and Kansas.
- Book notices and reviews of notable works in science and related fields.
Ideal for readers of 19th-century science, local history enthusiasts, and anyone curious about how Western scholars framed discovery and education in 1883.