Andrew Reid (writer) facts for kids
Andrew Reid was a Scottish writer who lived in the 1700s. He was known for his work in literature and science. He passed away around the year 1767.
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Life of Andrew Reid
Andrew Reid moved to London, England, probably around 1720. There, he became very interested in books, writing, and scientific topics.
Starting a Magazine
In 1728, Reid started his own magazine called The Present State of the Republick of Letters. He was the editor of this magazine until 1736. It was published twice a year. Another editor named Michel de La Roche had influenced this type of publication before Reid.
Later Years
In 1748, Andrew Reid was with the famous poet James Thomson when Thomson was very ill. It is thought that Andrew Reid died in 1767.
Andrew Reid's Writings
Andrew Reid was a busy writer and editor. He helped make complex ideas easier to understand for more people.
Simplifying Isaac Newton's Work
In 1732, Reid published a shorter version of Isaac Newton's book, The Chronology of Ancient Kingdoms Amended. This made Newton's ideas about ancient history more accessible. A new edition of this shorter book was printed in Dublin in 1782.
Editing Scientific Papers
In 1733, Reid worked with John Gray. They edited a shorter version of Philosophical Transactions. This was a very important scientific journal. Their abridgment covered articles from 1720 to 1732 and was published in two volumes.
Other Publications
- In 1747, Reid wrote a Letter to Dr. Hales concerning the Nature of Tar.
- In 1767, he published an Essay on Logarithms. He dedicated this book to his old friend, John Gray.
- Reid also helped George Lyttelton, 1st Baron Lyttelton prepare his book, History of the Life of Henry II, for printing. Reid corrected the first two editions of this history book.
- He also translated a chemistry book from French into English. It was called Elements of the Theory and Practice of Chymistry. The third edition of his translation came out in 1775.
