Papers, Literary, Scientific, Etc. (Paperback)

An electrical engineer, university teacher and wide-ranging writer, Fleeming Jenkin (1833 85) filed thirty-five British patents in the course of his career. Edited by Sidney Colvin (1845 1927) and J. A. Ewing (1855 1935) and first published in 1887, this two-volume work brings together a selection of Jenkin's varied and engaging papers. The collection ranges from notes on his voyages as a marine telegraph engineer, to a critical review of Darwin's On the Origin of Species, essays on literature, and thoughts on technical education. A memoir written by Robert Louis Stevenson, his former student, provides biographical context and attests to Jenkin's many interests and talents across the arts and sciences. Volume 1 begins with Stevenson's memoir, incorporating Jenkin's records of his voyages. This is followed by writings on literature and drama. Three pieces on scientific subjects, including the review of Darwin, conclude the volume."

General

Imprint:	Cambridge UniversityPress
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Series:	Papers, Literary, Scientific, Etc. 2 Volume Set, Volume 1
Release date:	2014
First published:	2014
Authors:	Fleeming Jenkin
Editors:	Sidney Colvin • J. A Ewing
Introduction by:	Robert Louis Stevenson
Dimensions:	216 x 140 x 26mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - Trade
Pages:	462
ISBN-13:	978-1-108-06803-1
Categories:	Books > Science & Mathematics > Science: general issues > History of science
LSN:	1-108-06803-0
Barcode:	9781108068031

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