Scientific Memoirs: Natural Philosophy (1853) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781167228551)

Scientific Memoirs: Natural Philosophy (1853) is a book written by John Tyndall, a prominent physicist and science communicator of the 19th century. The book is a collection of Tyndall's scientific writings on various topics in natural philosophy, including optics, heat, and electricity. The book opens with an introduction by Tyndall, in which he explains his approach to scientific investigation and his belief in the importance of experimental evidence. The following chapters cover topics such as the polarization of light, the properties of gases, and the nature of heat. Throughout the book, Tyndall provides detailed explanations of scientific concepts, often using diagrams and experiments to illustrate his points. He also discusses the work of other scientists, including Michael Faraday and James Clerk Maxwell, and offers his own insights and theories. Scientific Memoirs: Natural Philosophy is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of science, as well as for students and researchers in the fields of physics and natural philosophy. Tyndall's clear and engaging writing style, combined with his deep knowledge of the subject matter, make this book a classic of scientific literature.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: John Tyndall
ISBN-10: 1167228553
ISBN-13: 9781167228551
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 376
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.11lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.78d