The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 06, No. 33, July, 1860 : A Magazine Of Literature, Art, And Politics

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Various

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 06, No. 33, July, 1860" by Various is a literary magazine published in the mid-19th century. The volume presents a collection of articles and essays that delve into a wide range of topics, particularly focusing on the sciences, arts, and politics of the period. The opening portion notably explores the field of meteorology, examining fundamental principles that govern this burgeoning science, while laying the groundwork for discussions on atmospheric phenomena and their impact on human activities. The opening of this volume introduces an article that seeks to simplify and outline the core aspects of meteorology. It discusses the composition of the atmosphere and its characteristics, such as weight, elasticity, and density, which are critical to understanding how weather patterns develop. Additionally, it reflects on historical contributions from prominent scientists and theorists in the field, as well as engaging readers by highlighting fascinating experiments and observations related to air pressure and temperature. This provides a rich context that not only educates but also encourages further inquiry into the complexities of meteorological science during a time when such knowledge was expanding rapidly. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Joshua Hutchinson, Judith B. Glad and PG Distributed Proofreaders

Notes:

Reading ease score: 62.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2004-03-01