Michael Faraday and The Royal Institution by Jm Thomas

Michael Faraday and The Royal Institution by Jm Thomas

A self-educated man who knew no mathematics, Michael Faraday rose from errand boy to become one of Britain's greatest scientists. This work provides an introduction to the roots of modern science and ways in which scientists work. It is illustrated with drawings, cartoons, photographs, and letters.

"I wish I had the space to detail the many excellences of this workI can only say that this is both a good read and the best introduction I know to Faraday and the Royal Institution."
-L. Pearce Williams, Isis

"This volume can be thoroughly recommended to all. Like only the best reads it gives one an appetite to learn more about its topics."
-Sir Hermann Bondi, Cambridge Evening News

"Many volumes have been written about Faraday and his works, but this book is a gem."
-Sir Geoffrey Allen, Chemistry and Industry

"… excellent book …"
-D. Allen Bromley

"As a counter to current political conceits about science, as a window on to a unique and historical institution, and as an inspirational account of one man's triumphant progress in science, this book is warmly recommended."
-Colin Russell, Times Higher Education Supplement

"The book is generously and imaginatively illustrated and is directed to the general reader … Thomas writes with eloquence and grace … an admirable addition to the canon."
-Derek A. Davenport, Bulletin for the History of Chemistry

"… readable, accessible, and admirably captures the spirit of celebration … Thomas has struck his target quite accurately. There is enough here to interest the nonspecialist while professional scientists with a passing acquaintance with Faraday will discover several things that they had not previously appreciated … It is difficult for the reader not to be caught up by Thomas's enthusiasm both for Faraday the man and for the moral and scientific ideals that he came to represent."
-New Scientist

"… it offers a lively and accessible introduction to his life and work, and especially to his relationship with the Royal Institution."
-Bruce J. Hunt, Science

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ISBN 13	9780750301459
ISBN 10	0750301457
Title	Michael Faraday and The Royal Institution
Author	Jm Thomas
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Taylor & Francis Ltd
Year published	1991-01-01
Number of pages	246
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.