Steven Kreis, PhD
The History Guide: The Scientific Revolution, 1642 1730
Get a historical look at the scientific revolution with this webpage. See the changes in society that occurred as a result of the new way of thinking brought about by this revolution. Also, learn about Isaac Newton who is described to...
Steven Kreis, PhD
The History Guide: The Scientific Revolution, 1600 1642
A survey of Galileo's discoveries that not only helped other scientists like Newton develop their ideas but challenged the scientific thinking of the time. Also includes a look at how Galileo was not accepted by society because of his...
Country Studies US
Country Studies: Revolution in Agriculture
This site describes how even though industry was expanding in the U.S., agriculture still remained the most important occupational sector in the US. As the population grew, farmers in the U.S. had to find ways to meet the explosive...
Other
Stanford University Press:institutionalization of Science in Europe,1650 to 1850
A description of chapter 3 from a book titled Economic Evolution and Revolution in Historical Time by Paul W. Rhode, Joshua L. Rosenbloom, and David F. Weiman. The chapter looks at how the Second Industrial Revolution gave rise to...
Lumen Learning
Lumen: Boundless u.s. History: Manufacturing
A section of a textbook on U.S. history. It presents key concepts on manufacturing and its mechanization during the Second Industrial Revolution, vocabulary that students need to understand, several paragraphs of information, and links...
University of Virginia
University of Virginia: Galen
An incredibly interesting site on an amazing force in early medicine, Galen. This site gives a biography and explains some of Galen's beliefs.
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Modern History Sourcebook: Letters on Newton
An interesting site from Fordham University that provides letters Voltaire wrote regarding Newton and his work.
Rice University
Galileo Project: Isaac Newton
This site from the Galileo Project of Rice University is a sort of encyclopedic entry that outlines important information about Newton's life and work. The information is presented in a list format and is worth checking out.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Galileo Galilei
Spanish-language encyclopedia entry for Galileo Galilei. This site presents the reader with a comprehensive biography of the scientist, along with a chronicle of his life and works.
Other
Nine planets.org: Ptolemy
This site from the University of Arizona provides a background of Ptolemy's profound influence in the areas of astronomy, geography, and cartography. Includes good pictures and related links.
Robin Chew
Lucid Cafe: Sir Isaac Newton
The notable English scientist and mathematician Sir Isaac Newton lived from 1642-1727. This site is a brief biography.
Famous Scientists
Famous Scientists: James Watt
This article describes all the scientific accomplishments that James Watt had during his lifetime. Learn how he is considered the father of the Industrial Revolution.
Open Door Team
Open Door Web Site: Brief History of the Cotton Industry
General history overview of the development of the Cotton Industry. Read here to learn about the history and growth of the Cotton Industry.