Daedalus

<p>Daedalus Volume 18 presents a collection of proceedings from the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. This historical volume offers a glimpse into the intellectual discourse of the late 19th century showcasing essays and discussions on a range of scientific and scholarly topics. Published in 1883 it provides valuable insights into the prevailing ideas and research of the time. A key resource for historians scientists and anyone interested in the evolution of American thought and academic inquiry.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>