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Prepared for the Members of the British Association, 1886
出版DigiCat, 2022-06-02
主題History / General
ISBNEAN:8596547035046
URLhttp://books.google.com.hk/books?id=9BB0EAAAQBAJ&hl=&source=gbs_api
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註釋The 'Handbook of Birmingham' presents a meticulous dissection of Birmingham's scientific and cultural landscape as it stood in the late 19th century. Crafted by the British Association for the Advancement of Science, the handbook was produced to provide an encyclopedic perspective of the city in conjunction with the British Association's meeting in 1886. Bridging historical analysis and scientific exposition, the compilation includes diverse contributions: Sam Timmins' exploration of both historical and modern Birmingham, through to technical sections on the region's geology by Professor C. Lapworth, and the cataloging of local flora and fauna by W. R. Hughes and William Mathews, respectively. It stands not only as a historical document but as an extensive study of the city's evolution in a literary style that reflects the Victorian fascination with classification and progress. The British Association for the Advancement of Science, an entity with substantial standing in scholarly circles, was well positioned to chronicle the development of a city through multidisciplinary lenses. The timespan covered marks a significant era of industrial growth and sociocultural transformation, most notably the Victorian boom in science and technology. Incorporated within the handbook is a narrative of Birmingham's journey, mirroring the Association's own ethos of knowledge advancement and public enlightenment. The selection of contributors underscores their commitment to a comprehensive and authoritative guide, as each contributor brings specialized knowledge and local insights to their respective sections. This handbook is a recommended read for historians, sociologists, and those with an interest in the scientific heritage of Birmingham. Its substantial detail offers a penetrating look into the city's industrial spirit and its scholarly significance during a formative period of British history. Beyond its value as a historical archive, the book provides an insightful context for understanding the interplay between scientific progress and urban development, as well as shedding light on the ways local scholarship can capture and celebrate the march of progress within a community.