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A Century Of Science In America: With Special Reference To The American Journal Of Science, 1818-1918 is a book written by Edward Salisbury Dana in 1918. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the progress and development of science in America over a century, with a particular focus on the American Journal of Science. The journal was founded in 1818 and played a crucial role in disseminating scientific knowledge in the United States during the 19th and early 20th centuries. The book covers a wide range of topics, including geology, mineralogy, chemistry, physics, and astronomy, and highlights the contributions of prominent American scientists such as Louis Agassiz, Benjamin Silliman, and James Dwight Dana. It also discusses the impact of scientific discoveries on American society and culture, including the role of science in shaping American attitudes towards nature, religion, and progress. Overall, A Century Of Science In America: With Special Reference To The American Journal Of Science, 1818-1918 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of science in America and the role of scientific journals in the dissemination of knowledge.Also Authored By Joseph Barrell, George Otis Smith, Richard Swann Lull, Louis V. Pirsson, William E. Ford, R. B. Sosman, Horace L. Wells, Harry W. Foote, Leigh Page, Wesley R. Coe, And George L. Goodale.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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