The Wave Theory of Light (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Henry Crew

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1332455328 ISBN 13 : 9781332455324

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Dive into the development of the wave theory of light and the minds who shaped it, from early ideas to Fresnel’s breakthrough.

The book presents a clear, accessible account of how the wave view of light emerged and evolved. It contrasts kinematic explanations with dynamic ones and shows how experiments, ideas, and key figures built the modern understanding of optics. You’ll follow a historical thread from Hooke’s early notions through Huygens, Newton, Young, and finally Fresnel, with attention to the evidence that supported each stage. The narrative blends biography with scientific progress, offering context for the questions scientists faced and the methods they used.

What you’ll experience

• A concise overview of major phenomena in optics and how they challenged or supported wave theory.


• Short biographies of pivotal figures and how their work influenced the field.


• Explanations of diffraction, interference, polarization, and the shift from simple ideas to complex, testable theories.


• Discussion of how experimental methods and mathematical description contributed to scientific consensus.

Ideal for readers of the history of science, physics students, and anyone curious about how scientific ideas evolve and endure.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1332455328
• ISBN 13: 9781332455324
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 188
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