Humphry Davy
Humphry Davy

Author: David Knight

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 1998-02-05

Total Pages: 236

ISBN-13: 9780521565394

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An entertaining, accessible biography of Humphry Davy, professional scientist, inventor, and poet.

The Experimental Self
The Experimental Self

Author: Jan Golinski

Publisher: University of Chicago Press

Published: 2016-05-11

Total Pages: 268

ISBN-13: 022636884X

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What did it mean to be a scientist before the profession itself existed? Jan Golinski finds an answer in the remarkable career of Humphry Davy, the foremost chemist of his day and one of the most distinguished British men of science of the nineteenth century. Originally a country boy from a modest background, Davy was propelled by his scientific accomplishments to a knighthood and the presidency of the Royal Society. An enigmatic figure to his contemporaries, Davy has continued to elude the efforts of biographers to classify him: poet, friend to Coleridge and Wordsworth, author of travel narratives and a book on fishing, chemist and inventor of the miners’ safety lamp. What are we to make of such a man? In The Experimental Self, Golinski argues that Davy’s life is best understood as a prolonged process of self-experimentation. He follows Davy from his youthful enthusiasm for physiological experiment through his self-fashioning as a man of science in a period when the path to a scientific career was not as well-trodden as it is today. What emerges is a portrait of Davy as a creative fashioner of his own identity through a lifelong series of experiments in selfhood.

The Mercurial Chemist
The Mercurial Chemist

Author: Anne Treneer

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2018-12-07

Total Pages: 361

ISBN-13: 042967970X

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First published in 1963. Humphry Davy, knighted by the Prince Regent in 1812 for his contributions to science, and later created baronet for his invention of the miners’ safety lamp, was among the foremost European chemists in the early nineteenth century. Anne Treneer tells in full the story of Humphry Davy’s life. From letters, journals and memoirs of the time, Davy and his contemporaries come to life. This title will be of great interest to scientists and historians.

Humphry Davy and The Safety-Lamp
Humphry Davy and The Safety-Lamp

Author: Rupert Sargent Holland

Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan

Published: 2021-01-19

Total Pages: 13

ISBN-13:

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Journey into the captivating world of scientific discovery and the pursuit of safety with Rupert Sargent Holland's inspiring account, Humphry Davy and the Safety-Lamp. In this enthralling narrative, Holland sheds light on the remarkable life and groundbreaking contributions of Humphry Davy, a brilliant scientist whose invention revolutionized safety measures in hazardous environments. Through meticulous research and engaging storytelling, Holland takes readers on a voyage through the scientific landscape of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. At a time when coal mining accidents were all too common, Davy emerged as a beacon of hope, dedicating his life to finding a solution that would protect miners from the perils of underground explosions. Within the pages of this gripping biography, readers will witness the genius of Humphry Davy as he meticulously conducts experiments, challenges conventional wisdom, and ultimately develops the safety-lamp. Holland vividly captures the tension and danger of the coal mines, transporting readers into the depths of the earth where life hung in the balance with each flicker of light. As the story unfolds, readers will gain a deep appreciation for Davy's tireless pursuit of knowledge and his unwavering commitment to the well-being of others. Holland explores the social and industrial context of the time, highlighting the impact of Davy's invention on the lives of countless miners and the advancement of safety practices in hazardous workplaces. Humphry Davy and the Safety-Lamp is not just a chronicle of scientific breakthroughs; it is a testament to the power of human ingenuity and the quest for a safer world. Holland's vivid prose immerses readers in the scientific discoveries of the era, evoking a sense of wonder and admiration for the pioneering spirit of Humphry Davy. This book by Rupert Sargent Holland explores the life and work of Humphry Davy, a pioneering scientist who made groundbreaking discoveries and inventions in the mining industry. Learn about his safety-lamp, one of the most important safety measures in industrial history, and other technological innovations that revolutionized the industry. Discover the fascinating story of Davy's scientific breakthroughs and safety inventions that changed the course of history. Humphry Davy and the Safety-Lamp by Rupert Sargent Holland, scientific breakthroughs, safety measures, mining industry, technological innovation, safety inventions, industrial history, scientific discoveries.