Familiar Lectures On Scientific Subjects is a book written by John Frederick William Herschel, a renowned astronomer and mathematician of the 19th century. The book is a collection of lectures on various scientific topics, including astronomy, physics, chemistry, and geology. Herschel presents complex scientific concepts in a clear and accessible manner, making them understandable to a general audience. The book is divided into four parts, each covering a different field of science. In the first part, Herschel discusses the principles of astronomy, including the motions of celestial bodies, the structure of the solar system, and the nature of comets and meteors. In the second part, he explores the fundamental principles of physics, including mechanics, heat, light, and electricity. The third part of the book focuses on chemistry, covering topics such as the properties of gases, the nature of acids and bases, and the principles of chemical reactions. In the final part, Herschel discusses geology, including the formation of rocks, the structure of the earth, and the processes that shape the earth's surface.Throughout the book, Herschel emphasizes the importance of scientific inquiry and the scientific method. He encourages readers to question and investigate the world around them, and to use their observations and experiments to develop new theories and ideas. Overall, Familiar Lectures On Scientific Subjects is a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the principles of science. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the fundamental principles of astronomy, physics, chemistry, and geology.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.