- On Subjects Interesting To The Author And To Them (1799)
von Joseph Priestley
36,00 €
""Letters to the Inhabitants of Northumberland and Its Neighborhood, Part 1: On Subjects Interesting to the Author and to Them"" is a collection of letters written by Joseph Priestley in 1799. The book is addressed to the people living in Northumberland and its neighboring areas, and covers a wide range of topics that were of interest to Priestley, a renowned scientist, philosopher, and theologian.The letters in the book touch upon various subjects, including religion, philosophy, politics, and science. Priestley discusses his views on the nature of God, the importance of reason and rationality, and the need for social and political reform. He also talks about his scientific discoveries and experiments, including his work on electricity and the discovery of oxygen.Throughout the book, Priestley's writing is marked by his characteristic clarity and directness, as well as his deep commitment to the values of the Enlightenment. His letters offer a fascinating glimpse into the intellectual and cultural landscape of late 18th-century Britain, and provide valuable insights into the life and thought of one of the most important figures of the era.Overall, ""Letters to the Inhabitants of Northumberland and Its Neighborhood, Part 1: On Subjects Interesting to the Author and to Them"" is a thought-provoking and engaging work that will be of interest to anyone interested in the history of science, philosophy, and intellectual life in the late 18th century.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.