Publisher's Synopsis
""A Tribute to Michael Faraday"" is a book written by Rollo Appleyard, which pays homage to the renowned English scientist Michael Faraday. The book is divided into several chapters that delve into different aspects of Faraday's life and scientific contributions. The first chapter covers Faraday's childhood and early life, including his apprenticeship with a bookbinder and his attendance at lectures by famous scientists of the time. The second chapter focuses on Faraday's work as an assistant to Sir Humphry Davy, during which he made significant discoveries in chemistry and electricity. The third chapter explores Faraday's groundbreaking work on electromagnetism, including his famous experiments with magnets and coils that led to the discovery of electromagnetic induction. The fourth chapter discusses Faraday's contributions to the study of light and optics, including his work on polarization and the nature of light. The fifth chapter covers Faraday's later years, during which he continued to conduct experiments and write about his findings despite failing health. The book concludes with a reflection on Faraday's legacy and his impact on the scientific community. Throughout the book, Appleyard provides detailed descriptions of Faraday's experiments and discoveries, as well as the historical and scientific context in which they occurred. The book is a comprehensive tribute to one of the most influential scientists of the 19th century, and is suitable for readers with an interest in the history of science or the life and work of Michael Faraday.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
