Energy, Force and Matter: The Conceptual Development of Nineteenth-Century Physics

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Energy, Force and Matter: The Conceptual Development of Nineteenth-Century Physics
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Peter M. Harman
SeriesCambridge Studies in the History of Science
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:196
Dimensions(mm): Height 216,Width 138
Category/GenreHistory of science
ISBN/Barcode 9780521288125
ClassificationsDewey:530.09034
Audience
Professional & Vocational
Illustrations Worked examples or Exercises

Publishing Details

Publisher Cambridge University Press
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publication Date 30 April 1982
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

By focusing on the conceptual issues faced by nineteenth century physicists, this book clarifies the status of field theory, the ether, and thermodynamics in the work of the period. A remarkably synthetic account of a difficult and fragmentary period in scientific development.

Reviews

"This is an interesting and well-written account of the transition of physics at the end of the 18th century as a synonym for natural philosophy to a distinct natural science with definite characteristics by the end of the 19th century." A.S. Crowell, Science Books & Films "...for each chapter...a valuable extensive bibiliograhic essay...for reference and further reading." A.D. Crowell, Science Books & Films