The Rise and Fall of the Lunar Society.

  • Published In: Sky & Telescope, 2024, v. 148, n. 1. P. 28 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Sheehan, William 3 of 3

Abstract

The Lunar Society was a group of intellectuals and scientists who met in Birmingham, England during the 18th century. They discussed and experimented with various topics including astronomy, optics, electricity, and ceramics. The society included prominent figures such as James Watt, Matthew Boulton, Erasmus Darwin, and Joseph Priestley. Their contributions to science and technology were significant, but the society eventually declined. The article also mentions the influence of James Ferguson and the connections between the Lunar Society and other notable figures such as Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Sky & Telescope. 2024/07, Vol. 148, Issue 1, p28
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:0037-6604
  • Accession Number:176526104
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