Light Science For Leisure Hours, Second Series: Familiar Essays On Scientific Subjects, Natural Phenomena, Etc. (1873) is a book written by Richard Anthony Proctor. This book is a collection of essays that explore various scientific subjects and natural phenomena in an approachable and engaging manner, making it accessible to a wide audience. The essays cover a range of topics, from astronomy and physics to geology and meteorology. Proctor's writing style is clear and concise, making complex scientific concepts easy to understand. This book is a great resource for anyone interested in science and looking for an enjoyable and informative read.With A Sketch Of The Life Of Mary Somerville.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.