Publisher's Synopsis
Astronomy and General Physics Considered with Reference to Natural Theology is a book written by William Whewell. This large print edition explores the relationship between astronomy, physics, and natural theology. Whewell's work examines the scientific discoveries of his time and how they relate to philosophical and theological beliefs. He argues that the study of the natural world can lead to a greater understanding of God's creation. This book is written in a scholarly style and is suitable for those interested in the history of science and philosophy. The large print format makes it accessible to readers with visual impairments.(LARGE PRINT EDITION) 1837. Whewell's object is to lead friends of religion to look with confidence and pleasure on the progress of the physical sciences, by showing how admirably every advance in our knowledge of the universe harmonizes with the belief of a most wise and good God. The Contents of this book are divided into three Books: Terrestrial Adaptations; Cosmical Arrangements; and Religious Views. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
