Ming Zuo

Chapter 137 Academic Seduction

Deng Yuhan is obviously a missionary who has no interest in preaching.

He showed Zuo Menggeng and Xu Ruolin the books in his collection, and it turned out that none of them were about teachings, and all of them were about scientific knowledge.

"On the way here, I passed through Woya, Banggala, Managa, Sumatra and the coast of Annan Nanqi. I have also been to Haojing and many places along the coast. I will collect in these places The specimens of exotic animals, plants, ores, fish, reptiles, insects, etc. have all been drawn. You see, this is my result."

Deng Yuhan brought over a thick book and showed it off happily.

Zuo Menggeng only took one look and realized the value of it.

This is literally an encyclopedia of exploration.

As long as you have this book and go to the places recorded in it, you can basically know the local products, climate, environment, etc. in your chest.

Among other things, such information will be of great help when developing overseas.

But Deng Yuhan has more than just this one book.There are thousands of books related to various subjects, all in such an inconspicuous small room.

For a moment, Zuo Menggeng had the idea of ​​robbery.

He understands too well that if these works can really blossom and bear fruit in the land of China, what kind of transformation will it bring to this declining boss country.

Deng Yuhan didn't know what he was thinking, and still happily showed off his achievements.

He seems to have not been so happy for a long time, if an innocent child.

"Look, this is a book I wrote when I took refuge in Hangzhou. If people here see it, they will definitely be terrified, hahaha..."

Xu Ruolin was really frightened.

With a blushing face, he couldn't help spitting, and didn't dare to look any more.

Because there are graphics in the book, which are still portraits of people.

But Zuo Menggeng was short of breath as if he had found a treasure.

Deng Yuhan's book is called "Taixi Personal Theory", which is divided into two volumes.

What's inside?

The first volume talks about bones, nerves, body fat, meridians, skin, body and blood.

The second volume deals with the principles and formation of the senses, vision, hearing, smell, tongue, touch, and pronunciation.

what is this?
This is simply the best introductory textbook for modern medicine.

But such a work lies quietly in an ordinary small room, and is not known to the world.

If "Taixi Personality" just made Zuo Menggeng feel that Deng Yuhan is a great talent, then when he saw "Far West Qiqi Tushuolu Most", Zuo Menggeng suddenly became firm belief.

The other title of the book is most famous.

"Illustration of Qi Qi Qi Shuo".

This book is the work of Deng Yuhan's dictation and Wang Zheng's writing and drawing.

It not only introduces the basic knowledge and principles of mechanics, but also discusses gravity, the center of gravity of various geometric figures, and the specific gravity of various objects.

Archimedes' principle of buoyancy was first introduced to China.

The second volume contains the principles of simple machines, such as balances, levers, pulleys, wheels, spirals, and inclined planes.

The third volume is the application of mechanical principles, and even has drawings, including lifting, leading, turning, taking water, turning mill, etc.

When it comes to the fourth volume, the content is even more amazing.

It introduces in detail the siphon phenomenon, self-grinding, bicycles, farming on behalf of others, continuous crossbows and other strange things.

What Zuo Menggeng didn't know was that the contents of the fourth volume of "Illustration of Qi Qi Qi Shuo" were actually Wang Zheng's own research.

This is enough to show that Chinese scholars in this era can keep up with the world in terms of academic research.

Since starting the road to industry, Zuo Menggeng's biggest headache is that he has no talents under his command.All physics, chemistry, mechanics, optics and other subjects need his hands-on teaching.

The problem is that the knowledge he knows is too scientific, and all focus on the military field.

And the only people who can really learn his knowledge are the more than [-] children in Zuozhuang School.

But it will take at least ten years for these children to grow up.How many of them can really become talents is even less guaranteed.

Now, a contemporary top-level academic talent, or an all-rounder, appeared in front of him.

Zuo Menggeng decided that he would seize this opportunity.

"Mr. Deng, I am actually an officer."

Deng Yuhan was surprised for a moment, but then calmed down.

"I feel the temperament of a soldier from you."

Zuo Menggeng continued: "I am not only a military officer, but also one of the local government officials, and I have a great voice in the local area."

He emphasized this just to tell Deng Yuhan how much energy he has.

"The place where I am is a big city with a population of one million."

Deng Yuhan couldn't help yearning for it.

Only after he came to China did he understand the concept of a city with a population of one million.It is undoubtedly remarkable that Zuo Menggeng can govern such a place.

It's just that he doesn't understand, why did Zuo Menggeng talk to him about this?

Zuo Menggeng looked directly at him.

"Mr. Deng, I think with your wisdom, staying here is just a waste of life. If you can go to my place to preach, I will fully support you."

Deng Yuhan was a little dizzy, but he didn't expect Zuo Menggeng to invite him.

"Left, aren't you not interested in our beliefs?"

Zuo Menggeng smiled slightly, implying something.

"That's why I invite you to preach in my place."

He was afraid that Deng Yuhan would not understand, so he added another sentence.

"Since last year, I have established a school for Western learning in the local area. The children in it are all receiving education in astronomy, physics, chemistry, mechanics, etc. But I am the only one who can teach them. You are A learned man, those children will be lucky if they can get your help."

Deng Yuhan understood.

How could this be an invitation to preach?
This is obviously because of his knowledge.

But why are you so excited?

But thinking about the reality, Deng Yuhan couldn't help but smile wryly.

"Left, you may not understand that for missionary work, you need to obey the president's orders, and I cannot make my own decisions. Moreover, I have accepted the appointment of your emperor and am assisting Paul in calculating the calendar. I am afraid that I cannot agree to your invitation."

Zuo Menggeng was taken aback for a moment before realizing that Paul was Xu Guangqi's foreign language name.

Mr. Xu Ge, do you want to be so trendy?

But for Deng Yuhan's difficulties, Zuo Menggeng didn't think there was any problem.

"Mr. Deng, to be able to open up a brand new parish, or a place with a population of one million, I think all of you missionaries will be moved, won't you? Besides, you should be sick. Since you are sick, of course there is nothing you can do about it Already working."

Deng Yuhan was dumbfounded, never expecting to find such an excuse.

But if you think about it carefully, the probability of success is really high.

The most helpless thing for the church is that the mission in China is not going well, and it cannot develop more believers.

Therefore, any act of opening up a new parish is a great achievement.

Under such circumstances, Zuo Menggeng invited Deng Yuhan by name, and no one could object.

As for absenteeism on the grounds of sickness, this method is not unique to China.

"Left, will you support my research?"

It seemed that Deng Yuhan was completely moved.

Zuo Menggeng was extremely solemn.

"Mr. Deng, in my place, any research you do is a top-level priority. Whether it's funding, manpower, or material resources, you will receive support that is incomparable even in Europa."

Deng Yuhan only felt that the blood in his whole body was burning faster.

It was a heart-pounding feeling.

God knows how much he has suffered and how many places he has traveled in order to have a place for unfettered research and learning.

Now, finally, someone made a promise to him.

Deng Yuhan was not familiar with Zuo Menggeng, so he looked at Xu Ruolin.

"Uncle Deng, please believe in his sincerity. Besides, he is also the person in this country who values ​​academics the most besides my grandfather."

Deng Yuhan finally let go of all doubts.

"Left, thank you for the invitation. I think we have to move fast."

Zuo Menggeng is not in a hurry, there is one more thing he needs to try.

"Mr. Deng, I think that your friend, Mr. Galileo, should be in big trouble."

Zuo Menggeng held a letter from Galileo to Deng Yuhan in his hand.

In the letter, Galileo enthusiastically mentioned his own research results, which is the famous heliocentric theory.

Zuo Menggeng knew that it was precisely because of this that the second half of Galileo's life was extremely miserable.

Of course, this letter is also of great value.

This is a letter written by Galileo himself!

If it is preserved, after a few years...

"I don't think the church will accept such a heresy. As expected, Mr. Galileo has not responded to your request, and I am afraid he is distressed by this matter."

When he said this, Deng Yuhan immediately became nervous.

He is a missionary himself, and he is very clear about the church's attitude towards doctrine.

Although Zuo Menggeng said it was just his speculation, Deng Yuhan understood that this might be the truth.

"Left, what can you do to help my friend?"

Nonsense, of course there is, otherwise why did Zuo Menggeng mention this?
"Mr. Deng, with all due respect, Europa is really not a place where you can study knowledge with all your heart. Why don't you invite your friend to come to Middle-earth and get out of the church's control, and he will definitely be able to make the most of his strengths."

With that said, Zuo Menggeng added a bargaining chip.

"According to my speculation, in our universe, there should be a large planet besides Saturn. If it really exists, then the distance between it and the sun should be about [-] billion kilometers."

What Zuo Menggeng said was Uranus discovered by William Herschel in 1781.

Take this out at this time, if you don't believe you won't be able to catch Galileo, the astronomical power.

Not to mention Galileo, Deng Yuhan was very excited when he heard what he said.

"Left, are you sure your guess is correct?"

The heliocentric theory is still being questioned in Europa, and people's understanding of the solar system is still in its infancy.The discovery of any planet is undoubtedly a great event.

Zuo Menggeng spread his hands.

"I'm just speculating based on the principle of planetary motion. As for the existence of this planet, it needs professionals like you to observe it with professional tools to confirm it."

Deng Yuhan couldn't wait.

"Oh, God, Zuo, your conjecture is very remarkable. No, I will write to Galileo immediately. I believe he will be very excited when he knows this conjecture."

Seeing that Deng Yuhan had entered the state, Zuo Menggeng smiled triumphantly, and did not forget to remind him.

"Mr. Deng, in my place, a lot of better-quality transparent glass can be produced. If you need to make astronomical telescopes, I think it should be of great help to you."

(End of this chapter)