Evolution Of The Thermometer, 1592-1743 - Henry Carrington Bolton - Bog

""Evolution Of The Thermometer, 1592-1743"" is a book written by Henry Carrington Bolton that explores the history of the thermometer from its inception in 1592 to its evolution in 1743. This book covers the development of the thermometer from its early beginnings as a simple device for measuring temperature to the more advanced instruments that were developed during the 17th and 18th centuries. Bolton delves into the various types of thermometers that were developed during this time period, including the air thermometer, the alcohol thermometer, and the mercury thermometer. He also discusses the key figures in the history of the thermometer, such as Galileo Galilei, who was one of the first to experiment with temperature measurement, and Daniel Gabriel Fahrenheit, who developed the first reliable mercury thermometer. In addition to exploring the history of the thermometer, Bolton also discusses the impact that this invention had on science and society. He explains how the thermometer revolutionized fields such as medicine, chemistry, and meteorology, and how it helped to advance our understanding of the natural world. Overall, ""Evolution Of The Thermometer, 1592-1743"" provides a comprehensive and engaging look at the history of one of the most important scientific instruments of all time. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of science or the development of technology.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.