Passages from the Life of a Philosopher Paperback / softback
by Charles Babbage
Part of the Cambridge Library Collection - Technology series
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The mathematician and engineer Charles Babbage (1791–1871) is best remembered for his 'calculating machines', which are considered the forerunner of modern computers.
Over the course of his life he wrote a number of books based on his scientific investigations, but in this volume, published in 1864, Babbage writes in a more personal vein.
He points out at the beginning of the work that it 'does not aspire to the name of autobiography', though the chapters sketch out the contours of his life, beginning with his family, his childhood and formative years studying at Cambridge, and moving through various episodes in his scientific career.
However, the work also diverges into his observations on other topics, as indicated by chapter titles such as 'Street Nuisances' and 'Wit'.
Babbage's colourful recollections give an intimate portrait of the life of one of Britain's most influential inventors.
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- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:516 pages, 1 Plates, black and white
- Publisher:Cambridge University Press
- Publication Date:12/10/2011
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- ISBN:9781108037884
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- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:516 pages, 1 Plates, black and white
- Publisher:Cambridge University Press
- Publication Date:12/10/2011
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- ISBN:9781108037884
