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A History of the Theories of Aether & Electricity: Two Volumes Bound As One,New
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Unique, controversial, and frequently cited, this survey offers highly detailed accounts concerning the development of ideas and theories about the nature of electricity and space (aether). Readily accessible to general readers as well as high school students, teachers, and undergraduates, it includes much information unavailable elsewhere.This singlevolume edition comprises both The Classical Theories and The Modern Theories, which were originally published separately. The first volume covers the theories of classical physics from the age of the Greek philosophers to the late 19th century. The second volume chronicles discoveries that led to the advances of modern physics, focusing on special relativity, quantum theories, general relativity, matrix mechanics, and wave mechanics. Noted historian of science I. Bernard Cohen, who reviewed these books for Scientific American, observed, 'I know of no other history of electricity which is as sound as Whittaker's. All those who have found stimulation from his works will read this informative and accurate history with interest and profit.'
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'A History of the Theories of Aether & Electricity'? A: The book provides a comprehensive survey of the development of theories regarding electricity and aether, covering both classical and modern physics.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Edmund T. Whittaker, a noted historian of science.
- Q: What are the two main sections of this book? A: The book is divided into two sections: The Classical Theories, which covers theories from ancient Greek philosophers to the late 19th century, and The Modern Theories, focusing on developments in modern physics.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in physics? A: Yes, the book is accessible to general readers, high school students, teachers, and undergraduates.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: The book contains a total of 753 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was this book published? A: This book was published on January 1, 1989, and has a release date of May 17, 2017.
- Q: Does this book contain unique information not found elsewhere? A: Yes, it includes detailed accounts and information regarding theories of electricity and space that may not be available in other works.
- Q: What subjects are covered in the modern theories section? A: The modern section covers special relativity, quantum theories, general relativity, matrix mechanics, and wave mechanics.
- Q: What is the item condition of this book? A: The book is in new condition.