Course of Lectures on the Steam Engine: Delivered Before the Members of the London Mechanics' Institution (Classic Reprint)

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Mr. Partington introduced the important subjects, which he was about to illustrate, by observing, That as it is an undeniable truth, that the length of our existence bears but a very smallproportion to the knowledge which science has to bestow, it is both an useful and an honour able office to give the benefits of long-tried experience, and the results of. The most painful labours, in as brief and po pular a fiorm as may be consistent with perspicuity and truth. Even to read the history and principles of any branch of science, and ull its members are essential portions of an enlightened education, is a work which few possess the time or inclination to efl'ect. Add to this, too, that the perusal of such works as induct us to the study of Natural Philosophy, requires much and careful examination so that the mind soon flags - our attention soon becomes be wildered - the references which are intended to explain, frequently confound - and for want of actual expel-imcnt, the established truths of science, and the wonderful com binations of art, are too frequently unintelligible.

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