The Life And Work Of Sir Jagadis C. Bose

By Patrick Geddes

Book Overview

The Life and Work of Sir Jagadis C. Bose is a biographical book written by Patrick Geddes that explores the life and achievements of Sir Jagadis Chandra Bose, a renowned Indian physicist, biologist, and plant physiologist. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Bose's personal and professional life, from his childhood in Calcutta to his groundbreaking research in the field of plant physiology and wireless communication.Through extensive research and interviews with Bose's colleagues and family members, Geddes paints a vivid portrait of a brilliant scientist who overcame numerous obstacles to make significant contributions to the fields of science and technology. The book covers Bose's early experiments with electromagnetic waves, his groundbreaking work on the response of plants to various stimuli, and his pioneering research on the use of microwaves for wireless communication.In addition to his scientific achievements, the book also delves into Bose's personal life, including his relationships with his family, his struggles with racism and discrimination, and his role as a social reformer and advocate for Indian independence.Overall, The Life and Work of Sir Jagadis C. Bose is a fascinating and insightful look into the life of one of India's most influential scientists, and provides a valuable contribution to the history of science and technology.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: 116377989X
• ISBN13: 9781163779897
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 286 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"