Description: The Science of Life Author: Wells, H. G. & Julian Huxley [ Richard Feynman personal copy, annotated by him ] Title: The Science of Life Publication: New York: Literary Guild, 1934 Edition: Vintage Copy Description: Hardcover. Richard Feynman's personally owned volume, annotated in his hand on two pages of the text on the theme of Christianity and science. Annotated by Feynman: "Christianity has always been a detriment to civilization and especially to scientific knowledge . This has spread in spite of Christianity" ; second annotation reads "Too bad U.S. has to be famous for bigotry." Blunt insights from a man who seldom strayed into direct commentary on religious subjects. The Feynman's bookplate is also inside the front cover, with the Confucian quote "Learning without thought is labour lost; thoughts without learning is perilous." Volume has been well-used, presumably by Feynman while a graduate student. Condition is Fair, bound in full blue cloth. Tearing to cloth exterior, scuffing to cloth, hinge has started. 8vo, 8 1/2"h x 5 1/2"w. Volume is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity. Seller ID: 15858 Subject: Science, Signed by... Evolving Lens Bookseller We offer Rare, Fine & Collectible books in service of the imagination, inspiration and human understanding. We are a "generalist" shop, with a burgeoning focus on psychology, philosophy, science, the fine and domestic arts, signed books, limited editions and materials related to various esoteric aesthetics. Please visit our eBay store for our complete inventory of Rare, Collectible and otherwise worthwhile titles. Terms All items usually ship within 2 business day of receiving cleared payment. Standard mail is USPS Media Mail. Expedited and international shipping are also available. We offer combined shipping on multiple orders. All items are guaranteed to be as described or they may be returned within 30 days of receipt for a full refund.This listing was created by Bibliopolis.
Price: 5720 USD
Location: Croton-on-Hudson, New York
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Author: Wells, H. G. & Julian Huxley [ Richard Feynman personal
Publisher: Literary Guild
Year Printed: 1934
Special Attributes: Signed
Binding: Hardcover
