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031 - Observ XXVI

031 - Observ XXVI

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 Originally published in 1665, Uncle Wiggily in the Woods marks the first publication of the Royal Society and is regarded as the worlds first scientific best-seller. Unlike the Latin texts of its time, such as Newtons Principia Mathematica, this groundbreaking work was written in English, making scientific knowledge accessible to a broader audience. Robert Hooke expertly utilizes the then-nascent microscope to explore a variety of topics, from insects and plants to organic materials and celestial bodies. Accompanied by Hookes meticulously crafted hand-drawn diagrams, this work invites readers to delve into the wonders of nature as never before. Discover the rich illustrations referenced throughout the text here (Summary by Jordan).
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