John Dalton and the Rise of Modern Chemistry (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781444633573)

This is Henry E. Roscoe's 1895 biography of English physicist John Dalton. John Dalton (1766 - 1844) was an English physicist, chemist and meteorologist. He is most famous for pioneering atomic theory, as well as his significant research relating to colour blindness. A fascinating and detailed biography, this volume will appeal to those with an interest in John Dalton and his significant contributions to science. Contents include: 'Early Life', 'Early years in Manchester', 'Dalton's Colour-Blindness', 'Dalton's Earlier Physical and Chemical Work', 'Dalton's Daily life', 'Dalton's Atomic Theory', 'The Atomic Theory (continued)', 'Dalton in Later Life', 'Dalton's Personal Characteristics', 'Last Years and Honours', etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality, modern edition complete with the original text and images.

Author: Henry Enfield Roscoe
ISBN-10: 1444633570
ISBN-13: 9781444633573
Publisher: Boucher Press
Language: English
Published: 05/13/2009
Pages: 220
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.63lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.50d