An Original Theory or New Hypothesis of the Universe, Founded upon the Laws of …
Thomas Wright
An Original Theory or New Hypothesis of the Universe, Founded upon the Laws of NatureAnd Solving by Mathematical Principles the General Phnomena of the Visible Creation, and Particularly the Via Lactea\nAuthor(s): Thomas Wright\nFormat: Paperback\nPublisher: Cambridge University Press, United Kingdom\nImprint: Cambridge University Press\nISBN-13: 9781108073745, 978-1108073745\nSynopsis\nAlthough his yeoman father is said to have burnt his books to discourage excessive studiousness, Thomas Wright [tel] nevertheless acquired considerable knowledge in the fields of mathematics, navigation and astronomy. Later benefitting from the patronage of wealthy families, he also surveyed estates, designed gardens, and tutored aristocrats. He is best known, however, for his contribution to astronomy: this illustrated work of 1750 was his most famous publication. Written in the form of nine letters, the book quotes both poets and scientists in the opening discussion as Wright sets out to fuse, rathe.
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