Makers of Electricity by Brother Potamian and James J. Walsh

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Author Potamian, Brother, 1837-1917
Author Walsh, James J. (James Joseph), 1865-1942
LoC No. 09022923
Title Makers of Electricity
Contents Peregrinus and Columbus -- Norman and Gilbert -- Franklin and some contemporaries -- Galvani, discoverer of animal electricity -- Volta, the founder of electrical science -- Coulomb -- Hans Christian Oersted -- André Marie Ampère -- Ohm, the founder of mathematical electricity -- Faraday -- Clerk Maxwell -- Lord Kelvin.
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Summary "Makers of Electricity" by Brother Potamian and James J. Walsh is a biographical history of electricity written in the early 20th century. The book seeks to illuminate the lives and contributions of notable figures in the field of electricity, showcasing their scientific achievements as well as their character and philosophies. It promises a blend of scientific history and engaging human narratives that highlight the profound impact these pioneers had on electrical science. The opening of the book introduces the reader to the vital contributions of early pioneers in electricity and magnetism, particularly focusing on Petrus Peregrinus of Maricourt. It discusses how ancient understanding of magnetism evolved and how Peregrinus's experiments and the subsequent treatises laid foundational knowledge for modern magnetism. Through references to historical texts and experiments conducted by Peregrinus and others, the chapter sets the stage for exploring the scientific advancements that followed and emphasizes the importance of experimentation in the progression of knowledge in this significant field. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class QC: Science: Physics
Subject Electricity -- Biography
Category Text
EBook-No. 45446
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Apr 26, 2014
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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