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  • On The Economy Of Machinery And Manufactures

    by Charles Babbage ...
    Charles Babbage is considered by many the father of computing, building the first programmable computer, his difference engine. This is a fascinating and readable account of how this genius saw that machinery could help improve the economy. ... Read more

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  • Passages from the Life of a Philosopher

    by Charles Babbage ...
    WHAT is there in a name? It is merely an empty basket, until you put something into it. My earliest visit to the Continent taught me the value of such a basket, filled with the name of my venerable friend the first Herschel, ere yet my younger friend his son, had adorned his distinguished patronymic with the additional laurels of his own well-earned fame. The inheritance of a celebrated name is ... Read more

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  • Babbage's Calculating Engine

    by Charles Babbage ...
    THERE is no position in society more enviable than that of the few who unite a moderate independence with high intellectual qualities. Liberated from the necessity of seeking their support by a profession, they are unfettered by its restraints, and are enabled to direct the powers of their minds, and to concentrate their intellectual energies on those objects exclusively to which they feel that ... Read more

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  • On the Economy of Machinery and Manufactures

    by Charles Babbage ...
    "On the Economy of Machinery and Manufactures" by Charles Babbage is a seminal work that explores the intersection of technology and economics. Babbage, known for his contributions to computing, delves into the efficiency of machinery and its impact on manufacturing processes. He discusses how the introduction of machines can enhance productivity, reduce labor costs, and ultimately transform ... Read more

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  • Passages from the Life of a Philosopher

    by Charles Babbage ...
    In this memoir, Babbage chronicles his early education and formative experiences that shaped his philosophical outlook. He discusses his fascination with mathematics and mechanics, detailing the development of his ideas on computing and automation. The book provides a glimpse into Babbage's interactions with other notable figures of his time, including scientists, inventors, and statesmen, ... Read more

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  • Reflections on the Decline of Science in England, and on Some of Its Causes

    by Charles Babbage ...
    "Reflections on the Decline of Science in England, and on Some of Its Causes" by Charles Babbage is a sharp criticism of the Royal Society written by the inventor of the computer. This is very much a period piece, and such has lots of detail regarding the time it was written. However, despite its age, this book has managed to remain surprisingly relevant in a world where many people question ... Read more

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  • Reflections on the Decline of Science in England, and on Some of Its Causes

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    by Charles Babbage, Michael Wellesley ...
    In "Reflections on the Decline of Science in England, and on Some of Its Causes," Charles Babbage delivers a cogent critique of the scientific milieu in 19th-century England. This work is marked by Babbage's characteristic precision and analytical rigor, as he dissects the myriad factors contributing to the stagnation of scientific progress in his era. Through a blend of empirical observation and ... Read more

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  • Passages from the Life of a Philosopher

    by Charles Babbage ...
    Charles Babbage was a Victorian polymath, and someone with a seemingly never-ending intellectual curiosity about the world around him. A mathematician by training, he also wrote copiously on subjects such as economics, physics, engineering, computation, cryptography, religion and education, along with conducting practical experiments with pretty much anything that had grabbed his interest at the ... Read more

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  • Passages from the Life of a Philosopher

    Enriched edition. Pioneering Insights: A Mathematician's Tale of Innovation

    by Charles Babbage, Collin Booth ...
    In "Passages from the Life of a Philosopher," Charles Babbage presents a reflective and engaging narrative that intertwines autobiography with philosophical inquiry. Written with precision and clarity, the text invites readers into Babbage's intellectual journey, highlighting his pioneering contributions to mathematics, engineering, and computing. The work showcases Babbage's analytical mind, ... Read more

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  • The Economy Of Machinery And Manufactures

    by Charles Babbage ...
    外国经典原著作品，包括最具代表性的文学大师和最有影响的代表作品 ... Read more

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  • Decline Of Science In England

    by Charles Babbage ...
    The original works of foreign classics, including the most representative literary masters and the most influential representative works. ... Read more

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  • The Works of Charles Babbage Vol 10

    by Charles Babbage, Martin Campbell-Kelly ...
    A set of 11 volumes which contains all the known works of Charles Babbage, who has been described as the "pioneer of the computer". His mathematical, scientific and engineering work is highly significant for its original approach to problem-solving and is reset for today's reader. ... Read more

    $73.99 USD