Prismatics

By Richard Haywarde

Book Overview

Prismatics is a book written by Richard Hayward, which explores the fascinating world of prisms and their role in science, art, and culture. The book is a comprehensive guide to the history and science behind prisms, their properties, and their various applications. The book begins with an introduction to the concept of light and the role it plays in our lives, before delving into the history of prisms and their discovery by scientists such as Isaac Newton. The author then explores the various types of prisms, their properties, and how they are used in science, from optics to spectroscopy.In addition to the scientific uses of prisms, the book also explores their artistic and cultural significance. The author discusses how prisms have been used in art, from the Impressionist movement to contemporary installations, and how they have been incorporated into popular culture, from Pink Floyd's iconic album cover to the science fiction genre.Overall, Prismatics is a fascinating and informative book that offers a comprehensive exploration of the world of prisms and their many uses. Whether you are a scientist, artist, or simply curious about the world around you, this book is sure to provide you with a wealth of knowledge and insight into this fascinating subject.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: 054846040X
• ISBN13: 9780548460405
• Release Date: September 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"