About this title: Dartmouth College boasts one of the largest collections of old scientific instruments in North America; they range from precision machines that represented the most advanced technology of their day to homemade devices produced by faculty and students. This book examines approximately 150 items from this remarkable collection to offer insights into the teaching of science and the conduct of scientific research at a leading educational institution. Though the instruments are beautifully photographed and presented, the authors do not treat them as isolated objects; rather, they stress the ...
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Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Terra Nova
Date Published: 11-9-05
ISBN-13:9780964900097ISBN:0964900092
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Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Terra Nova 2005
Date Published: 2005
ISBN-13:9780964900097ISBN:0964900092
Description: ISBN 9780964900097. Hardcover copy in near fine condition with near fine dustjacket. Tight clean unmarked copy. PR 7-3 4. First Edition. Dustjacket included. read more
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Terra Nova
Date Published: 2005-11-09
ISBN-13:9780964900097ISBN:0964900092
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Binding: Hardback
Publisher: TERRA NOVA PR
Date Published: 2005
ISBN-13:9780964900097ISBN:0964900092
Description: New. Dartmouth College boasts one of the largest collections of old scientific instruments in North America; they range from precision machines that represented the most advanced technology of their day to homemade devices produced by faculty and students. read more
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