Science and Poetry: And Other Essays (1888)

Science and Poetry: And Other Essays is a collection of essays written by Andrew Wilson in 1888. The book explores the relationship between science and poetry, and how they both contribute to human understanding and creativity. Wilson argues that science and poetry are not mutually exclusive, but rather complement each other in their pursuit of knowledge and beauty. The book is divided into four sections, each containing essays on various topics. The first section is dedicated to the relationship between science and poetry, and how they can be used to understand the world around us. The second section focuses on the importance of imagination and creativity in science and poetry. The third section explores the role of art and literature in society, and how they can help us understand our place in the world. The final section contains essays on various topics, including the history of science, the philosophy of science, and the relationship between science and religion.Overall, Science and Poetry: And Other Essays is a thought-provoking and insightful collection of essays that explores the intersection of science and poetry, and how they both contribute to our understanding of the world. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of science, the philosophy of science, or the relationship between science and the humanities.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.