Appletons' Popular Science Monthly, February 1900 by Various
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"Appletons' Popular Science Monthly, February 1900" by Various is a scientific publication composed during the late 19th century. This periodical features a collection of articles that delve into various topics in science, including geology, religion, advancements in transport technology, and public issues related to scientific advancement. At the start of this issue, the opening article discusses the phenomenon of speculative ventures in science, comparing them to historical events like the South Sea
Bubble. The author, Professor John Trowbridge, highlights the dangers of falling for "scientific bubbles," where unverified scientific claims lead individuals to invest in dubious schemes promising wealth. He provides historical context and cautions readers about the gullibility surrounding contemporary scientific advancements, advocating the need for critical scrutiny of scientific claims to protect the public from exploitation. The text sets the stage for a broader discussion by questioning the credibility of the media in disseminating scientific truths and misuse. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Editor | Youmans, William Jay, 1838-1901 |
| Title |
Appletons' Popular Science Monthly, February 1900 Vol. 56, November, 1899 to April, 1900 |
| Credits |
Produced by Greg Bergquist, Charlie Howard, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 53.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | Science -- Periodicals |
| Subject | Technology -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 47181 |
| Release Date | Oct 23, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 607 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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