The Biography of James M. Peebles

by Edward Whipple

Book Overview

The Biography of James M. Peebles is a book written by Edward Whipple that provides a comprehensive account of the life and career of James M. Peebles, a renowned physicist and cosmologist. Peebles is known for his groundbreaking work in the field of physical cosmology, particularly his contributions to the understanding of the cosmic microwave background radiation and the formation of galaxies.The book traces Peebles' life from his childhood in Manitoba, Canada, to his education at the University of Manitoba and Princeton University, where he earned his PhD in physics. It also covers his professional career, including his work at the University of California, Berkeley, and Princeton University, where he became a professor of physics.The author delves into Peebles' research and scientific accomplishments, including his work on the cosmic microwave background radiation and the development of the standard model of cosmology. The book also explores Peebles' personal life, including his marriage, family, and hobbies.Overall, The Biography of James M. Peebles is a fascinating account of the life and work of one of the most influential physicists and cosmologists of the 20th century. It provides a detailed look into the scientific breakthroughs and personal experiences that shaped Peebles' life and legacy.1901. The career which Mr. Whipple has here endeavored to delineate has been almost an exceptionally brilliant one, and although the setting forth of this has been imperfectly done, still, on account of the charm and stateliness which have uniformly attached to Dr. Peeble's public and private life, many readers will certainly be attached to these pages. Partial Contents: Lineage and birth; Religion, infidelity, the Ministry; Marriage; A Horoscope, character sketches; Gone to the wars; Mediumship; Wit, humor and immortality; Literary labors; Homes of ascended teachers; Lessons of experience; New cycle; Travels to foreign lands; Return to America; Medical practice and medical battles; Recent labors in the spiritual vineyard.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: 116262597X
• ISBN13: 9781162625973
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 596 Pages
• Weight: 2.51 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 7.5" x 9.3"