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First published in 1967. The impression is sometimes given that the
Atomic Theory was revived in the early years of the nineteenth
century by John Dalton, and that continuously from then on it has
played a vital role in chemistry. The aim of this study is to
revise this over-simplified picture. Atomic explanations seemed to
chemists to go beyond the facts, to fail to lend themselves to
mathematical expression, and to deny the ultimate simplicity and
unity of all matter. Most, therefore, rejected them. Meanwhile,
physicists were developing a whole range of atomic theories to
explain the physical properties of bodies in terms of very simple
atoms or particles. During the last thirty years of the century the
position changed, as physicists and chemists came to agree on a
common atomic theory. But the last prominent opponents of atomism
were not converted until the early years of the twentieth century,
by which time studies of radioactivity had made it clear that the
billiard-ball Daltonian atom must, in any case, be abandoned.
Originally published in 1930, this book is a detailed but lucid
piece of historical writing which answers many questions about
ancient and medieval history that are most important for
understanding contemporary economic problems. The economic history
of Europe in modern times is both the history of agriculture,
industry and commerce of a continent over 5 centuries and the
history of a series of changes in economic organization which have
been dominant in making the modern world what it is. This book
gives due weight to both of these aspects. As well as being an
account of sequences of events, it is also an account of changing
forms of economic activity, alterations of the economic structure
of society and emerging economic problems in the 20th Century.
First published in 1967. The impression is sometimes given that the
Atomic Theory was revived in the early years of the nineteenth
century by John Dalton, and that continuously from then on it has
played a vital role in chemistry. The aim of this study is to
revise this over-simplified picture. Atomic explanations seemed to
chemists to go beyond the facts, to fail to lend themselves to
mathematical expression, and to deny the ultimate simplicity and
unity of all matter. Most, therefore, rejected them. Meanwhile,
physicists were developing a whole range of atomic theories to
explain the physical properties of bodies in terms of very simple
atoms or particles. During the last thirty years of the century the
position changed, as physicists and chemists came to agree on a
common atomic theory. But the last prominent opponents of atomism
were not converted until the early years of the twentieth century,
by which time studies of radioactivity had made it clear that the
billiard-ball Daltonian atom must, in any case, be abandoned.
The years between 1700 and 1900 witnessed a fundamental transition
in attitudes towards science, as earlier concepts of natural
philosophy were replaced with a more modern conception of science.
This process was by no means a simple progression, and the changing
attitudes to science was marked by bitter arguments and fundamental
differences of opinion, many of which are still not entirely
resolved today. Approaching the subject from a number of cultural
angles, the essays in this volume explore the fluid relationship
between science and belief during this crucial period, and help to
trace the development of science as an independent field of study
that did not look to religion to provide answers to the workings of
the universe. Taking a broadly chronological approach, each essay
in this book addresses a theme that helps illuminate these concerns
and highlights how beliefs - both religious and secular - have
impinged and influenced the scientific world. By addressing such
key issues such as the ongoing debate between Christian
fundamentalists and followers of Darwin, and the rise of
'respectable atheism', fascinating insights are provided that help
to chart the ever-shifting discourse of science and beliefs.
A collection of papers from the international symposium
"Underground Infrastructure Research: Municipal, Industrial and
Environmental Applications 2001." It explores materials for buried
pipelines, pipeline construction techniques and condition
assessment methods, and more.
The years between 1700 and 1900 witnessed a fundamental transition
in attitudes towards science, as earlier concepts of natural
philosophy were replaced with a more modern conception of science.
This process was by no means a simple progression, and the changing
attitudes to science was marked by bitter arguments and fundamental
differences of opinion, many of which are still not entirely
resolved today. Approaching the subject from a number of cultural
angles, the essays in this volume explore the fluid relationship
between science and belief during this crucial period, and help to
trace the development of science as an independent field of study
that did not look to religion to provide answers to the workings of
the universe. Taking a broadly chronological approach, each essay
in this book addresses a theme that helps illuminate these concerns
and highlights how beliefs - both religious and secular - have
impinged and influenced the scientific world. By addressing such
key issues such as the ongoing debate between Christian
fundamentalists and followers of Darwin, and the rise of
'respectable atheism', fascinating insights are provided that help
to chart the ever-shifting discourse of science and beliefs.
Foraging Texas is a field guide and reference for people who want
to learn about wild edible plants across the state of Texas. It
covers edible plants native or naturalized in the lone star state
and describes wild-harvesting basics, ethics, identification,
distribution, harvesting methods, recipes, and historical uses. The
guide is easy for beginners to use. It's primarily organized by
plant type (i.e., tree, shrub, herb) and secondarily by plant
family (i.e., sunflower family, carrot family, etc.) and has
detailed photos to aid in identification. The guide is also a
useful reference for more experienced foragers. Although this guide
focuses on the edible plants of Texas, because the state of Texas
covers such a wide variety of ecoregions and habitats, Foraging
Texas is also useful in neighboring states like Louisiana,
Arkansas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, and beyond.
Faction Displayed: Reconsidering the Impeachment of Dr. Henry
Sacheverell features a collection of essays that examine the
turbulent partisan culture during Queen Anne s reign that ensued as
a result of the 1710 parliamentary trial of English clergyman Henry
Sacheverell. * Features several essays originating from a 2010
conference held at the Palace of Westminster to mark the
tercentenary of Sacheverell s impeachment * Links events in
Parliament to the public that was both fascinated and enraged by
them * Explores the nature of the public sphere and critiques
Habermas s notion of it * Offers a form of cultural parliamentary
history and addresses the many forms of partisanship evident in the
rage of party
Vertiginous Life provides a theory of the intense temporal
disorientation brought about by life in crisis. In the whirlpool of
unforeseen social change, people experience confusion as to where
and when they belong on timelines of previously unquestioned pasts
and futures. Through individual stories from crisis Greece, this
book explores the everyday affects of vertigo: nausea, dizziness,
breathlessness, the sense of falling, and unknowingness of Self.
Being lost in time, caught in the spin-cycle of crisis, people
reflect on belonging to modern Europe, neoliberal promises of
accumulation, defeated futures, and the existential dilemmas of
life held captive in the uncanny elsewhen.
Vertiginous Life provides a theory of the intense temporal
disorientation brought about by life in crisis. In the whirlpool of
unforeseen social change, people experience confusion as to where
and when they belong on timelines of previously unquestioned pasts
and futures. Through individual stories from crisis Greece, this
book explores the everyday affects of vertigo: nausea, dizziness,
breathlessness, the sense of falling, and unknowingness of Self.
Being lost in time, caught in the spin-cycle of crisis, people
reflect on belonging to modern Europe, neoliberal promises of
accumulation, defeated futures, and the existential dilemmas of
life held captive in the uncanny elsewhen.
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