Energy, Force and Matter
The Conceptual Development of Nineteenth-Century Physics
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Cambridge University Press
Published:30th Apr '82
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By focusing on the conceptual issues faced by nineteenth century physicists, this book clarifies the status of field theory, the ether, and thermodynamics in the work of the period. A remarkably synthetic account of a difficult and fragmentary period in scientific development.
"This is an interesting and well-written account of the transition of physics at the end of the 18th century as a synonym for natural philosophy to a distinct natural science with definite characteristics by the end of the 19th century." A.S. Crowell, Science Books & Films
"...for each chapter...a valuable extensive bibiliograhic essay...for reference and further reading." A.D. Crowell, Science Books & Films
ISBN: 9780521288125
Dimensions: 216mm x 138mm x 13mm
Weight: 267g
196 pages