A History of Science — Volume 3

"A History of Science — Volume 3" by Henry Smith Williams is a historical exploration of science through the late 17th century and the early 19th century. This book looks at the expansion of physical sciences like astronomy, paleontology, geology, and meteorology, and their big impact on how we understand the world. It shines a light on important people such as Johannes Hevelius, Edmond Halley, and William Herschel, along with key theories that changed our view of the universe. The narrative starts by looking at the change to modern science and the huge leaps made in different areas during the 1800s. It shows how new ideas and information during this time changed the way we see the universe and our role in this world.