Originally published in 1902, Color Problems examines the theory of color in 117 conceptual plates by Emily Noyes Vanderpoel.Emily Noyes Vanderpoel (1842-1939) was an artist, collector, scholar, and historian working at the dawn of the 20th century. Her first and most prominent work, Color Problems: A Practical Manual for the Lay Student of Color, provides a comprehensive overview of the main ideas of color theory at the time, as well as her wildl...

Perfect for students of color, color theory, or art.Originally published in 1902.Emily Noyes Vanderpoel was one of the first women to pioneer color theory.Reprint of a 1901 color theory manual by a visionary woman.Confirmed features to run in The New York Times, Surface Magazine, Nowness, and This is Colossal.Kickstarter for the book was funded in under 48 hours.Featured in Kickstarter’s “Projects We Love” newsletter.Kickstarter curre...

Douglas Harding finished The Meaning and Beauty of the Artificial in about 1939. This book preceded his greatest book, The Hierarchy of Heaven and Earth. Harding left the fundamentalist Plymouth Brethren, the religion of his father, in 1930, and in The Meaning and Beauty of the Artificial began working out his own view of his place in the world. One of the first ideas that moved him was that he did not stop at the boundary of his skin. When he picked up a tool, he extended into that tool. ...

MR. DARWIN'S long-standing and well-earned scientific eminence probably renders him indifferent to that social notoriety which passes by the name of success; but if the calm spirit of the philosopher have not yet wholly superseded the ambition and the vanity of the carnal man within him, he must be well satisfied with the results of his venture in publishing the 'Origin of Species'. Overflowing the narrow bounds of purely scientific circles, the “species question” divides with Italy and the V...

A key text on colour theory, this comprehensive guide bridges the gap between colour science and its practical application in art and design.First published in 1918, Bonnie E. Snow’s Theory and Practice of Color showcases the fundamental aspects of colour theory while providing readers with an in-depth understanding of basic colour principles.The Source of ColourThe Primary Colors and Their Uses in DesignColour Values: Tin...

In "A Color Notation," A. H. Munsell presents a pioneering exploration into the realm of color theory, illustrating his groundbreaking color system through a meticulous blend of scientific precision and artistic sensibility. The book adopts a structured approach, categorizing colors according to value, hue, and chroma, and providing an invaluable reference for artists, designers, and scientists alike. Munsell's literary style is both accessible and authoritative, enhancing the understandin...

Though his most popular works were novels, the British author Samuel Butler was also deeply engaged in the scientific community of his time. Originally, he was a strong supporter of Darwin's theory of evolution, but after digging into the research, Butler identified several problems with Darwin's model. Butler's objections are laid out in the essays collected in Life and Habit.

Elibron Classics. Digitized replica of 1912 edition by Published by the Author, Washington.This is an illustrated edition.The purpose of this work is the standardization of colors and color nomenclature, so that naturalists or others who may have occasion to write or speak of colors may do as with the certainty that there need be no question as to what particular tint, shade, or degree of grayness, of any color or hue is meant.

The book begins with a detailed examination of the bee's social structure, highlighting the roles of the queen, workers, and drones within the hive. Maeterlinck describes the hierarchy and organization of the colony, emphasizing the collaborative nature of their existence. He portrays the queen as a central figure, responsible for reproduction, while the worker bees take on various tasks, such as foraging for nectar, caring for the young, and maintaining the hive. This intricate social org...

This vintage book contains Asa Gray’s 1889 collection of essays on the subject of Darwinism. The articles champion the theory of evolution from a botanical standpoint, but also seek to reconcile Darwin’s theory with religion, which Gray did by making a case for theistic evolution – a marriage of theology and the theory of evolution. This fascinating volume is highly recommended for those with an interest in the in the work of Charles Darwin, and it would make for a great addition to collec...

Thomas Henry Huxley was an English biologist who also became known as Darwin’s Bulldog due to his strong support of Darwin’s theory of evolution. Huxley wrote an essay on Darwin’s views. A table of contents is included.

In "The Relations of Science and Religion," Henry Calderwood deftly navigates the intricate interplay between two foundational domains of human thought. Employing a clear yet nuanced prose style, Calderwood articulates a framework for understanding how scientific inquiry and religious belief can coexist harmoniously. The book is situated within the late 19th-century context of burgeoning scientific discovery, addressing contemporary debates over Darwinian evolution and its perceived threat...