The Invention of Air
Narrated by Mark Deakins
- Released
- January 7, 2009
- Length
- 6 hrs 6 mins
- Format
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Publisher
- Penguin Audio
In "The Invention of Air," bestselling author Steven Johnson explores the life and legacy of Joseph Priestley, an influential scientist and theologian who shaped the intellectual landscape of America’s Founding Fathers. By weaving together themes of science, religion, and politics, Johnson reveals how Priestley's radical ideas and pivotal discoveries, including the invention of ecosystem science and the identification of oxygen, impacted key figures like Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson. This compelling narrative not only highlights Priestley's remarkable friendships and contributions but also prompts a reevaluation of the Founding Fathers' historical context and influence.
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