Lectures on the Physical Forces

By Michael Faraday

Book Overview

Lectures on the Physical Forces is a book written by Michael Faraday, a renowned physicist and chemist of the 19th century. The book comprises a series of lectures delivered by Faraday at the Royal Institution in London between 1859 and 1860. The lectures cover a wide range of topics related to physical forces, including electricity, magnetism, and light. Faraday explains the fundamental principles of these forces and their applications in various fields such as telegraphy, photography, and electroplating. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific topic. Faraday's lectures are known for their clarity and simplicity, making them accessible to both scientists and non-scientists alike. Overall, Lectures on the Physical Forces is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of physics and the development of scientific ideas. It provides a comprehensive overview of the physical forces and their significance in the modern world.1860. A Course of Six Lectures on the Various Forces of Matter and Their Relations to Each Other.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: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 076610365X
• ISBN13: 9780766103658
• Release Date: February 1998
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 200 Pages
• Weight: 1.01 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 8.2" x 11.0"