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Science in the Service of Empire
This 1998 book examines Sir Joseph Banks' role in promoting 'imperial science', in the context of the British state during a time of extraordinary upheaval. It shows how Banks became the State's principal scientific adviser, and how he integrated scientific concerns into the complex machinery of government.
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This 1998 book examines Sir Joseph Banks' role in promoting 'imperial science', in the context of the British state during a time of extraordinary upheaval. It shows how Banks became the State's principal scientific adviser, and how he integrated scientific concerns into the complex machinery of government.
| ISBN / EAN | 9780521181365 |
|---|---|
| Auteur | Gascoigne, John (University of New South Wales, Sydney) |
| Editeur | Cambridge University Press |