"Nature's Teachings: Human Invention Anticipated by Nature" by J. G. Wood is a book that presents the idea that human inventions often mirror designs found in nature. The story starts by pointing out how nature, like the Velella that acts as a natural sailboat, provides examples and even physical models for human technology. It looks at how observing nature's designs can help people develop more effective tools and systems. Wood uses examples like the Water-snail and Gnat to showcase the connection between biological forms and inventions. The beginning of the book sets the direction for the coming chapters that explore a range of inventions based on things found in nature.
Nature's Teachings: Human Invention Anticipated by Nature
By J. G. (John George) Wood
Discover how observing creatures and plants has inspired people to create tools and inventions, mimicking nature's own impressive designs.
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About the AuthorJohn George Wood, or Reverend J. G. Wood,, was an English writer who popularised natural history with his writings. His son Theodore Wood (1863-1923) was also a canon and naturalist.
John George Wood, or Reverend J. G. Wood,, was an English writer who popularised natural history with his writings. His son Theodore Wood (1863-1923) was also a canon and naturalist.
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