Scientific American, Vol. XXXVII.-No. 2. [New Series.], July 14, 1877 : A Weekly Journal of Practical Information, Art, Science, Mechanics, Chemistry, and Manufactures

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:

"Scientific American, Vol. XXXVII.-No. 2. [New Series.], July 14, 1877" by Various is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This edition serves as a weekly journal offering practical information across various disciplines including art, science, mechanics, chemistry, and manufacturing. It aims to inform readers about notable inventions, scientific advancements, and industrial developments of its time. The opening portion of this edition presents a structured table of contents detailing the diverse range of topics covered. The articles highlighted include discussions on Bower's air compressor, the passing of significant figures in the scientific community, advancements in bookbinding, and various agricultural innovations. For instance, one article elaborates on an air compressor that can be driven by steam or water power for multiple industrial applications, showcasing the technological ingenuity of the era. Additionally, obituaries and discussions on trade prospects provide a glimpse into the scientific and commercial environment of the time, revealing a society eager for progress and innovation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Lesley Halamek, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Reading ease score: 70.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2012-01-03