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A Guide to the Scientific Knowledge of Things Familiar
 Title page from the 38th edition published in 1880 | |
| Author | Ebenezer Cobham Brewer |
|---|---|
| Language | English |
| Subject | Science education |
| Publisher | Jarrold and Sons |
Publication date | 1840-47? (first edition) |
| Publication place | United Kingdom |
A Guide to the Scientific Knowledge of Things Familiar, also known as The Guide to Science or Brewer's Guide to Science, is a book by Ebenezer Cobham Brewer presenting explanations for common phenomena.[1] First published in the United Kingdom around 1840, the book is laid out in the style of a catechism and proved very popular.[2] 47 editions were printed by 1905 in English alone[3] and translations made into various other languages. A revised version was produced for the US market which was digitised and republished in 2005 as part of Making of America IV: the American voice, 1850–1877.[4]
Although it presented itself as an accurate science text,[1] the book actually promotes religious ideas, including divine design.[5]
The popularity of The Guide to Science enabled Brewer to gather material for his Dictionary of Phrase and Fable which remains a classic reference work.[6]
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