Faraday as a Discoverer by John Tyndall
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"Faraday as a Discoverer" by John Tyndall is a historical account likely written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the life and contributions of the eminent scientist Michael Faraday, exploring his groundbreaking discoveries in electricity and magnetism while also touching on the personal aspects of his character and career. The narrative aims to convey the essence of Faraday's scientific spirit and achievements, presenting a comprehensive overview of his experiments
and the societal impact of his work. The opening of the book introduces the author’s purpose of portraying Michael Faraday as an influential scientific investigator and discoverer. Tyndall discusses Faraday's early life, including his apprenticeship as a bookbinder and his introduction to the Royal Institution, where he assisted the renowned chemist Sir Humphry Davy. Tyndall highlights key early moments in Faraday's career, such as his first Royal Society paper and the development of his notable scientific principles. The introductory chapters set the stage for a detailed exploration of Faraday's experiments and theoretical insights, painting a picture of a man whose imagination and dedication to scientific inquiry significantly advanced the field of physics. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Tyndall, John, 1820-1893 |
|---|---|
| Title | Faraday as a Discoverer |
| Credits | Produced by An Anonymous Volunteer, and David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 55.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QC: Science: Physics |
| Subject | Faraday, Michael, 1791-1867 |
| Subject | Physicists -- Great Britain -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 1225 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-01225-4 |
| Release Date | Mar 1, 1998 |
| Last Update | Mar 4, 2013 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1214 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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