Great Facts A Popular History and Description of the Most Remarkable Inventions During the Present Century

"Great Facts" by Frederick C. (Frederick Collier) Bakewell is a historical account that showcases the evolution and origins of significant inventions from the 1800s. Bakewell directs his readers towards an understanding of how new concepts, like steam navigation and telegraphs, grew out of earlier ones. The text highlights the vital role invention plays in society's progress. The author's writing emphasizes how scientific achievements connect to practical inventions. The book's narrative explores how even the simple, early inventions paved the way for innovations, creating cycles of progress.