First Published in 1970. This volume is part of the Social History of Science series, reprinted with an new index. The essay focuses on the history and management of literary, scientific and mechanics' institutions with a special interest in how far these institutions might be developed and combined as to promote the moral well-being and industry of the country.

First Published in 1970. This volume is part of the Social History of Science series, reprinted with an new index. The essay focuses on the history and management of literary, scientific and mechanics' institutions with a special interest in how far these institutions might be developed and combined as to promote the moral well-being and industry of the country.

First Published in 1970. This volume is part of the Social History of Science series, reprinted with an new index. The essay focuses on the history and management of literary, scientific and mechanics' institutions with a special interest in how far these institutions might be developed and combined as to promote the moral well-being and industry of the country.