“The works of Lavoisier and his associates operated upon many of us at that time like the Sun's rising after a night of moonshine: but Chemistry is now betrothed to the Mathematics, and is in consequence grown somewhat shy of her former admirers.”
Quote by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Work
Luke Howard (1772-1864): His Correspondence with Goethe and His Continental Journey of 1816
The volume delves into the intellectual exchange between Luke Howard, a prominent figure in meteorology, and Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, a celebrated poet and philosopher. It also chronicles Howard's journey through Europe in 1816, providing insights into the cultural and scientific landscape of the time. more
Author
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, born on August 28, 1749, and died on March 22, 1832, was a prominent German writer, thinker, and scientist. He is one of the greatest writers in German literary history and his works have had a profound impact on the world. His most famous works include 'Faust' and 'The Sorrows of Young Werther'. more