Lord Kelvin: An Account Of His Scientific Life And Work (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432530952)

""Lord Kelvin: An Account Of His Scientific Life And Work"" is a biographical book written by Andrew Gray that provides a comprehensive overview of the life and work of William Thomson, also known as Lord Kelvin. The book is divided into chapters that cover different aspects of Kelvin's life, including his early years, education, and scientific achievements. Kelvin was a prominent physicist and mathematician who made significant contributions to the fields of thermodynamics, electromagnetism, and mathematical physics. He was also a professor at the University of Glasgow and a member of the Royal Society. Gray's book explores Kelvin's scientific discoveries, including his work on the laws of thermodynamics, the development of the Kelvin scale for temperature measurement, and his contributions to the theory of electromagnetism. In addition to Kelvin's scientific achievements, the book also delves into his personal life, including his relationships with family, friends, and colleagues. Gray provides insight into Kelvin's personality, his work ethic, and his philosophy on science and education. Overall, ""Lord Kelvin: An Account Of His Scientific Life And Work"" is a detailed and informative biography that sheds light on the life and accomplishments of one of the most important scientists of the 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Andrew Gray
ISBN-10: 143253095X
ISBN-13: 9781432530952
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 04/10/2007
Pages: 332
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.07lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.74d