Publisher's Synopsis
The Wave Theory Of Light: Memoirs Of Huygens, Young And Fresnel (1900) is a book written by Henry Crew that explores the history and development of the wave theory of light. The book is divided into three parts, each of which focuses on the contributions of a different scientist: Christiaan Huygens, Thomas Young, and Augustin-Jean Fresnel. The first part of the book discusses Huygens' work on the wave theory of light, including his wavefront theory and his explanation of diffraction. The second part of the book focuses on Young's contributions to the theory, including his famous double-slit experiment and his work on interference. The final part of the book explores Fresnel's work on the wave theory of light, including his explanation of polarization and his development of the Fresnel lens.Throughout the book, Crew provides detailed explanations of the scientific concepts and theories discussed, making it accessible to both scientists and non-scientists alike. The book also includes illustrations and diagrams to help readers better understand the concepts being discussed.Overall, The Wave Theory Of Light: Memoirs Of Huygens, Young And Fresnel (1900) is a comprehensive exploration of the wave theory of light, and the contributions of three key scientists to its development. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of science or the development of scientific theories.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.
