Every-day Science: Volume 6. The Conquest of Nature

"Every-day Science: Volume 6. The Conquest of Nature" by Henry Smith Williams is a book that examines humanity's ongoing effort to master the natural world through science and technology. It looks at how people have used tools and machines, from the simplest to most complex, to improve their lives and increase what they can produce. The book probably goes through the history of inventions, pointing out things like the steam engine and the use of electricity, which were huge steps forward. It shows how discoveries in science and their practical uses are closely linked and have helped create the world we live in today, starting with just wanting to overcome challenges nature put in our path.