Josiah-Willard Gibb (1908)

By Pierre Duhem

Book Overview

The book ""Josiah-Willard Gibbs (1908)"" by Pierre Duhem is a biography of the American physicist and mathematician Josiah Willard Gibbs. Gibbs was a pioneer in the field of thermodynamics and statistical mechanics, and his work laid the foundation for modern physical chemistry. Duhem's biography provides a comprehensive overview of Gibbs' life, from his childhood in Connecticut to his academic career at Yale University. The book explores Gibbs' major contributions to science, including his development of the phase rule, his formulation of the laws of thermodynamics, and his work on chemical equilibria. In addition to his scientific achievements, Duhem also delves into Gibbs' personal life, including his relationships with family, friends, and colleagues. The book provides a fascinating look at the life of one of the most influential scientists of the 19th century, and sheds light on the intellectual and social context in which he worked. Overall, ""Josiah-Willard Gibbs (1908)"" is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of science, and provides a valuable perspective on the life and work of one of America's greatest physicists.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.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1161795499
• ISBN13: 9781161795493
• Release Date: May 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 44 Pages
• Weight: 0.89 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.5" x 11.0"