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032 - Observ XXVII

032 - Observ XXVII

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 Published in 1665, Uncle Wiggily in the Woods marks the inaugural release of the Royal Society and is hailed as the first scientific best-seller. Breaking away from the traditional Latin of its time, like Newtons Principia Mathematica, Robert Hooke crafted this work in English to ensure it was accessible to a wider audience. Utilizing the then-nascent microscope, Hooke explored a diverse array of subjects, from insects and plants to organic materials and even celestial bodies. The text is richly illustrated with Hookes detailed hand-drawn diagrams, which are frequently referenced throughout the work. You can find the many captivating illustrations here (Summary by Jordan).
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