Memoirs of the Life of Sir Humphry Davy V2 is a biographical work written by John Davy and published in 1836. The book provides a detailed account of the life of Sir Humphry Davy, a renowned British chemist and inventor who made significant contributions to the fields of electrochemistry, thermodynamics, and agriculture. The second volume of the memoirs covers Davy's life from 1812 until his death in 1829, including his work as President of the Royal Society and his travels to Europe and America. The book also includes personal anecdotes and insights into Davy's personality, as well as his relationships with other notable figures of the time such as Michael Faraday and Thomas Telford. Overall, Memoirs of the Life of Sir Humphry Davy V2 is a valuable resource for those interested in the history of science and the life of one of its most influential figures.In Two Volumes.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.
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