Reflections on the Decline of Science in England, and on Some of Its Causes

By Charles Babbage

Reflections on the Decline of Science in England, and on Some of Its Causes - Charles Babbage
  • Release Date: 2023-11-22
  • Genre: History

Description

"Reflections on the Decline of Science in England, and on Some of Its Causes" by Charles Babbage is a sharp criticism of the Royal Society written by the inventor of the computer. This is very much a period piece, and such has lots of detail regarding the time it was written. However, despite its age, this book has managed to remain surprisingly relevant in a world where many people question everything science comes up with.