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The Lunar Men
608 pages, 2003
history
999 books
science & nature
1064 booksLed by Erasmus Darwin, the Lunar Society of Birmingham was formed from a group of amateur researchers, tradesmen, and crafters who met and made musketeers in the Midlands in the 1760s. Utmost came from humble families, all lived far from the centre of effects, but they were youthful, and their sanguinary was bottomless together they would change the world. Among them were the ambitious toy - maker Matthew Boulton and his mate James Watt, of brume- machine fame; the potter Josiah Wedgwood; the larger - than - life Erasmus Darwin, croaker, minstrel, innovator, and philosopher of elaboration (a forerunner of his grandson Charles Darwin). Latterly came Joseph Priestley, adventurer of oxygen and fighting revolutionary. Led by Erasmus Darwin they joined a small band of abettors, formed the Lunar Society of Birmingham (so called because it met at each full moon) and kick - started the Industrial Revolution.
In The Lunar Men, Jenny Uglow shows us how a group of friends from different backgrounds can come together to create something extraordinary. They shared ideas, supported each other's projects, and together, they changed the world. It's a great reminder of the power of collaboration and teamwork.
The Lunar Men were at the forefront of the Industrial Revolution. They were inventors, scientists, and artists who were not afraid to experiment and innovate. This book gives us a fascinating look into the birth of the Industrial Revolution and the men who made it happen.
One thing that stands out in The Lunar Men is the group's insatiable curiosity. They were always eager to learn, explore, and discover. This book shows us that curiosity is the key to innovation and progress.
Jenny Uglow's book explores how the Lunar Men's work in science and art had a profound impact on society. They were not just inventors and artists, but also social reformers who used their influence to bring about positive change.
The Lunar Men were not just colleagues, but also close friends. Their friendship played a crucial role in their success. They supported each other, shared ideas, and celebrated each other's achievements. This book shows us that friendship and mutual support can be a powerful force for success.
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The Lunar Men, a group of 18th-century British friends who changed the world with their innovations and discoveries, is a fascinating read.
Bill Gates - Microsoft Co-founderJenny Uglow's The Lunar Men is a vivid and swarming group biography of the extraordinary friends who transformed science and art in 18th-century England.
The Guardian - British NewspaperThe Lunar Men, a group of 18th-century British friends who changed the world with their innovations and discoveries, is a fascinating read.
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