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The Life of Isaac Milner: Dean of Carlisle, President of Queen's College, and Professor of Mathematics in the University of Cambridge is a biography written by Mary Milner in 1844. The book tells the story of Isaac Milner, a prominent figure in the academic world of 18th century England. Milner was a mathematician, theologian, and educator who served as the president of Queen's College and the dean of Carlisle Cathedral. He was also a member of the Royal Society and a close friend of William Wilberforce, the leader of the British abolitionist movement. The biography covers Milner's life from his birth in 1750 to his death in 1820, and includes details about his family, education, and career. It also explores Milner's religious beliefs and his contributions to the development of mathematics and science in England. The Life of Isaac Milner is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of education, mathematics, or theology in 18th century England.Comprising A Portion Of His Correspondence And Other Writings Hitherto Unpublished.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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- ISBN-13: 9781104265298
- ISBN-10: 110426529X
- Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- Publish Date: April 2009
- Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.97 inches
- Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
- Page Count: 480
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