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A Time And A Tide: A Memoir
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Charles K. Kao Was Awarded The Nobel Prize In Physics For Groundbreaking Achievements Concerning The Transmission Of Light In Fibers For Optical Communication. This Memoir Chronicles His Personal And Scientific Odyssey From His An Unfathomable Childhood In Wartorn Shanghai And Hong Kong To His Seminal Work With Glass Fibers. Kao Shares His Experiences As Vicechancellor Of The Chinese University Of Hong Kong And Muses On His Legacy As The Father Of Fiber Optics. His Groundbreaking Research (Based In Part On The Discovery That Signal Loss In Fiber Cables Was A Direct Result Of Glass Impurities Rather Than Technology Flaws) Laid The Groundwork For Our Present Day Communication Infrastructure.
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- Q: What is 'A Time And A Tide: A Memoir' about? A: This memoir details the life of Charles K. Kao, a Nobel Prize winner in physics, focusing on his journey from childhood in war-torn Shanghai to his pioneering work in optical communication.
- Q: Who is the author of this memoir? A: The author of 'A Time And A Tide: A Memoir' is Charles K. Kao.
- Q: What are the main themes of the book? A: The memoir explores themes of personal resilience, scientific innovation, and the impact of one's legacy, particularly in the field of fiber optics.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition'.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 300 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'A Time And A Tide: A Memoir' published? A: The memoir was published on February 6, 2011.
- Q: Is this book illustrated? A: Yes, this edition of the memoir is illustrated.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book falls under the category of Memoirs.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this memoir? A: Readers can expect to gain insights into Charles K. Kao's life, his significant contributions to fiber optics, and his reflections on his experiences in academia.