Perpetuum Mobile Or a History of the Search for Self-Motive Power from the 13th to the 19th Century

Perpetuum Mobile: Or A History Of The Search For Self-Motive Power From The 13th To The 19th Century is a comprehensive book written by Henry Dircks that delves into the fascinating history of the quest for perpetual motion machines. The book covers a period of six centuries, from the 13th to the 19th century, during which inventors and scientists tried to create machines that would generate infinite energy and run indefinitely without the need for any external power source.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which explores different aspects of the history of perpetual motion machines. The author provides detailed descriptions of the various machines that were invented over the centuries, and the theories and principles behind their operation. He also discusses the many challenges and obstacles that inventors faced in their quest for self-motive power, including the laws of physics and the limitations of technology.Throughout the book, Dircks highlights the many fascinating characters who played a role in the history of perpetual motion machines, including Leonardo da Vinci, Isaac Newton, and Robert Boyle. He also examines the social and cultural context in which these inventors lived, and how their ideas were received by their contemporaries.Overall, Perpetuum Mobile: Or A History Of The Search For Self-Motive Power From The 13th To The 19th Century is an engaging and informative book that sheds light on one of the most enduring and intriguing quests in the history of science and technology. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of science, engineering, and invention.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1870 Edition.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.