Papers, Literary, Scientific, Etc.

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Fleeming Jenkin

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Paperback / softback

Series:

Cambridge Library Collection - Technology

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An electrical engineer, university teacher and wide-ranging writer, Fleeming Jenkin (1833–85) filed thirty-five British patents in the course of his career. Edited by Sidney Colvin (1845–1927) and J. A. Ewing (1855–1935) and first published in 1887, this two-volume work brings together a selection of Jenkin's varied and engaging papers. The collection ranges from notes on his voyages as a marine telegraph engineer, to a critical review of Darwin's On the Origin of Species, essays on literature, and thoughts on technical education. A memoir written by Robert Louis Stevenson, his former student, provides biographical context and attests to Jenkin's many interests and talents across the arts and sciences. Volume 1 begins with Stevenson's memoir, incorporating Jenkin's records of his voyages. This is followed by writings on literature and drama. Three pieces on scientific subjects, including the review of Darwin, conclude the volume.

Release date Australia

January 2nd, 2014

Author

Fleeming Jenkin

Audience

Professional & Vocational

Contributors

Edited by J. A. Ewing
Edited by Sidney Colvin
Introduction by Robert Louis Stevenson

Illustrations

7 Plates, black and white

Pages

462

Series

Cambridge Library Collection - Technology

Dimensions

140x216x26

ISBN-13

9781108068031

Product ID

21720295

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