Edward Livingston Youmans Interpreter of Science for the People

""Edward Livingston Youmans Interpreter of Science for the People"" is a book written by John Fiske that explores the life and contributions of Edward Livingston Youmans, a 19th-century American science writer and popularizer. Youmans was a key figure in the popularization of science during a time when scientific knowledge was rapidly expanding but was not yet widely accessible to the general public. The book delves into Youmans' background, including his upbringing in rural New York and his struggles with tuberculosis, which ultimately led him to pursue a career in science writing. Youmans founded and edited the popular science magazine ""Popular Science Monthly"" and wrote several influential books on science and education. Fiske's book also examines Youmans' impact on the field of science communication, as well as his role in shaping public perception of science and its importance. The book includes excerpts from Youmans' writing, as well as historical context and analysis of his contributions to science communication. Overall, ""Edward Livingston Youmans Interpreter of Science for the People"" provides a comprehensive look at the life and work of a pioneering science communicator who played a vital role in making scientific knowledge accessible to the general public.1894. A Sketch of His Life with selections from his published writings and extracts from his correspondence with Spencer, Huxley, Tyndall and others. Fiske, noted American philosopher and historian, narrates the story of the life of Edward Livingston Youmans, writer and the founder and editor of Popular Science Monthly, is best remembered for his Chemical Atlas, a scientific book in which the elements and principles of chemistry are represented by colored diagrams and symbols. The Atlas was a pioneering publication in the use of color to convey quantitative information. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.