The Lunar Men: Five Friends Whose Curiosity Changed the World
The Lunar Men: Five Friends Whose Curiosity Changed the World
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2003
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BetaThe Lunar Men: Five Friends Whose Curiosity Changed the World
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2003608
Book • Nonfiction
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Biography•
PhilosophyEngland • 18th Century
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Science & Nature•
World History2003
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Lunar Men: Five Friends Whose Curiosity Changed the World by Jenny Uglow explores the lives of five influential individuals in 18th-century England. This group, known as the Lunar Society, included inventors, thinkers, and innovators, who gathered to share ideas and foster scientific and industrial advancements, significantly impacting their era's intellectual and technological landscape.
Informative
Inspirational
Contemplative
Mysterious
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Jenny Uglow's The Lunar Men offers a vibrant exploration of Enlightenment ideals through the lives of five key figures. Positively acclaimed for its rich historical detail and engaging narrative, it illuminates the era's scientific advancements. However, some criticize its dense sections and sprawling focus. Overall, it is a compelling read for history enthusiasts.
Who Should Read The Lunar Men: Five Friends Whose Curiosity Changed the World?
A reader who enjoys The Lunar Men: Five Friends Whose Curiosity Changed the World would appreciate historical biographies and the interplay of science, culture, and friendship. Comparable to readers of The Age of Wonder by Richard Holmes, they relish stories of innovation and intellectual revolutions.
841 ratings
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608
Book • Nonfiction
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Biography•
PhilosophyEngland • 18th Century
•
Science & Nature•
World History2003
Adult
18+ years
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