Michael Faraday (Classic Reprint): His Life and Work - Couverture souple

Silvanus Phillips Thompson

 
9781330874837: Michael Faraday (Classic Reprint): His Life and Work

Synopsis

Discover the life and science of Michael Faraday, a towering figure in electricity and magnetism.

This biography presents the man behind the discoveries, tracing Faraday from his early years and apprenticeship to his influential work at the Royal Institution. Rich with excerpts from his notebooks and contemporary notes, it captures the evolution of his ideas and the context in which he worked. The book also explores his enduring character, including his religious faith and his devotion to science.

  • From a London apprentice to a renowned scientist at the Royal Institution, with a clear view of his growth and challenges.
  • A behind-the-scenes look at key experiments and concepts, such as induction and the nature of electric and magnetic forces.
  • Insights into Faraday’s thinking, daily practice, and the international dialogue that shaped his work.
  • A portrait of the person behind the science, including his religious devotion and lifelong curiosity.
Ideal for readers of scientific history, biographies of great innovators, and anyone curious about how one mind helped redefine physics.

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