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Great Physicists: The Life And Times Of Leading Physicists From Galileo To Hawking
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Here Is A Lively History Of Modern Physics, As Seen Through The Lives Of Thirty Men And Women From The Pantheon Of Physics. William H. Cropper Vividly Portrays The Life And Accomplishments Of Such Giants As Galileo And Isaac Newton, Marie Curie And Ernest Rutherford, Albert Einstein And Niels Bohr, Right Up To Contemporary Figures Such As Richard Feynman, Murray Gellmann, And Stephen Hawking. We Meet Scientistsall Geniuseswho Could Be Gregarious, Aloof, Unpretentious, Friendly, Dogged, Imperious, Generous To Colleagues Or Contentious Rivals. As Cropper Captures Their Personalities, He Also Offers Vivid Portraits Of Their Great Moments Of Discovery, Their Bitter Feuds, Their Relations With Family And Friends, Their Religious Beliefs And Education. In Addition, Cropper Has Grouped These Biographies By Disciplinemechanics, Thermodynamics, Particle Physics, And Otherseach Section Beginning With A Historical Overview. Thus In The Section On Quantum Mechanics, Readers Can See How The Work Of Max Planck Influenced Niels Bohr, And How Bohr In Turn Influenced Werner Heisenberg.Our Understanding Of The Physical World Has Increased Dramatically In The Last Four Centuries. With Great Physicists, Readers Can Retrace The Footsteps Of The Men And Women Who Led The Way.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Great Physicists' by William H. Cropper? A: The book provides a lively history of modern physics through the lives of thirty influential physicists, showcasing their contributions and personal stories from figures like Galileo to Stephen Hawking.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 512 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Great Physicists'? A: The author of the book is William H. Cropper.
- Q: When was 'Great Physicists' published? A: The book was published on September 16, 2004.
- Q: Is the book suitable for someone with a general interest in physics? A: Yes, the book is suitable for readers with a general interest in physics, as it presents complex ideas in an accessible manner through biographical narratives.
- Q: Does the book cover historical contexts of the physicists' work? A: Yes, the book includes historical overviews for each discipline, providing context for the discoveries and contributions of the physicists.
- Q: Are there any illustrations or diagrams in the book? A: The book primarily focuses on biographies and historical narratives, and it does not emphasize illustrations or diagrams.
- Q: What disciplines of physics are discussed in the book? A: The book discusses various disciplines, including mechanics, thermodynamics, and particle physics, among others.
- Q: Is 'Great Physicists' recommended for academic study? A: While the book is informative and well-researched, it is more suitable for general readers rather than as a primary academic resource.