Rough Ways Made Smooth: A Series of Familiar Essays on Scientific Subjects

Rough Ways Made Smooth, published in 1888 by Richard A. Proctor, is a collection of essays that presents scientific topics in an accessible manner. Proctor aims to demystify complex scientific ideas, covering subjects such as the sun's corona and sunspots while emphasizing the importance of evidence and observation in scientific inquiry. This work is notable for its relatable approach to science during the late 19th century, making it a significant contribution to the popularization of scientific knowledge.