Miscellaneous Observations Connected with the Physical Sciences - Emanuel Swedenborg - Bog

""Miscellaneous Observations Connected with the Physical Sciences"" is a book written by Emanuel Swedenborg, a Swedish scientist, philosopher, and theologian. The book is a collection of Swedenborg's observations and theories on various topics related to the physical sciences, including astronomy, optics, chemistry, and mechanics. The book is divided into several sections, each one focusing on a different area of study. In the section on astronomy, Swedenborg discusses his theories on the structure of the universe and the motion of the planets. In the section on optics, he explains his ideas on light and color, and how they interact with the human eye. The section on chemistry explores Swedenborg's theories on the properties of different substances and how they react with each other. He also discusses the nature of heat and its effects on matter. Finally, the section on mechanics covers topics such as the laws of motion, the properties of fluids, and the mechanics of machines. Throughout the book, Swedenborg draws on his extensive knowledge of mathematics and physics to support his theories and observations. Overall, ""Miscellaneous Observations Connected with the Physical Sciences"" is a fascinating exploration of the natural world by one of the most influential thinkers of the 18th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of science and the development of scientific thought.1847. Swedenborg, a noted Swedish scientist, philosopher and theologian, is best known for his later writings, in which he presents ideas both Christian and ecumenical, for a new spiritual era or new church to be known as the New Jerusalem. A series of commentaries by Swedenborg on miscellaneous natural phenomena, particularly concerning geology, mineralogy, chemistry, physics. Includes Swedenborg's memoir of King Charles XII's development of a new Sexagenary Calculus. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.