First Lessons in Natural Philosophy for Beginners by Joseph C. Martindale
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"First Lessons in Natural Philosophy for Beginners" by Joseph C. Martindale is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. The book serves as an introductory text, guiding young readers through essential concepts of natural philosophy, particularly in the realms of astronomy, light, heat, and air. It aims to provide practical knowledge that relates closely to the everyday experiences of children, making complex scientific ideas accessible and engaging. The opening of
the book presents fundamental principles of astronomy, starting with the shape and motion of the Earth, its relation to the sun, and the concepts of day and night. It provides an interactive approach to teaching by posing questions and then answering them clearly, making it suitable for classroom settings or at-home study by curious young minds. The initial chapters aim to cultivate habits of observation and thought, setting the stage for a more profound understanding of the natural world around them. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Martindale, Joseph C. (Joseph Comly), 1833-1872 |
|---|---|
| Title | First Lessons in Natural Philosophy for Beginners |
| Credits |
Produced by Stephen Hutcheson, Kate Rooney & Ian Smith, MFR and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 84.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QC: Science: Physics |
| Subject | Physics |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 53778 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-53778-8 |
| Release Date | Dec 20, 2016 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 508 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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