Michael Faraday and the Electrical Century

By Iwan Rhys Morus

Book Overview

The only scientist to ever appear on the British twenty pound note, Michael Faraday is one of the most recognisable names in the history of science. Faraday's forte was electricity, a revolutionary... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1840465409
• ISBN13: 9781840465402
• Release Date: January 2004
• Publisher: Icon Books Ltd
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 7.0" x 1.0" x 4.5"

Customer Reviews

Great book

This is a great overview of the man Michael Faraday and his times. It is never too technical and reads quite fast. I highly recommend it!

A Well-Focused History of 19th Century Electrical Science

This is not a technical book; it is a history book. The main focus is the development of electrical science, technology and even related showmanship during the 19th century. Technical details are omitted in favor of a well-balanced digression on the related historical and social issues of that period. Although many individuals clearly play important roles in this saga, Michael Faraday is the principal character around which the developments in this important field unfold. This book is very well written in an elegant style. It will be of interest to history buffs as well as those interested in the history of science.