The Seven Follies of Science

The Seven Follies of Science is a book written by John Phin that explores some of the most absurd and misguided scientific theories and experiments throughout history. The book covers seven specific examples, including the belief in alchemy, phrenology, and the idea that the Earth was flat. Phin delves into the origins of each theory, the individuals who championed them, and the reasons why they ultimately failed. The author also examines the broader societal and cultural factors that contributed to the popularity of these theories and the eventual debunking of them. The Seven Follies of Science is a fascinating and entertaining read that sheds light on the sometimes bizarre and misguided nature of scientific inquiry.1906. A popular account of the most famous scientific impossibilities and the attempts which have been made to solve them, so which is added a small budget of interesting paradoxes, illusions and marvels. The author presents a simple account of the problems which have occupied the attention of the human mind since the beginning of time in a method utilizing simple language and avoiding the use of mathematical formula.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.