Brilliant The Evolution of Artificial Light |
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| Author:
| Brox, Jane |
| ISBN: | 978-0-285-63899-0 |
| Publication Date: | Apr 2011 |
| Publisher: | Souvenir Press Limited
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | AUD $24.99 |
Book Description:
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Tracing the fascinating history of human light, from stone lamps to the lightbulb, the story of light is also the story of evolving humanity. The class, social and environmental implications of providing light has shaped historical eras: from crude lamps and tallow candles, to gaslight and incandescent light.
Tracing the fascinating history of human light, from stone lamps to the lightbulb, the story of light is also the story of evolving humanity. The class, social and environmental implications of providing light has shaped historical eras: from crude lamps and tallow candles, to gaslight and incandescent light.