Faraday, Maxwell, and the Electromagnetic Field: How Two Men Revolutionized Physics

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The story of two brilliant nineteenth-century scientists who discovered the electromagnetic field, laying the groundwork for the amazing technological and theoretical breakthroughs of the twentieth century

Two of the boldest and most creative scientists of all time were Michael Faraday (1791-1867) and James Clerk Maxwell (1831-1879). This is the story of how these two men – separated in age by forty years – discovered the existence of the electromagnetic field and devised a radically new theory which overturned the strictly mechanical view of the world that had prevailed since Newton’s time.

The authors, veteran science writers with special expertise in physics and engineering, have created a full of life narrative that interweaves rich biographical detail from each and every man’s life with clear explanations of their scientific accomplishments. Faraday used to be an autodidact, who overcame class prejudice and a lack of mathematical training to turn into renowned for his acute powers of experimental statement, technological skills, and prodigious scientific imagination. James Clerk Maxwell used to be highly thought to be one of the vital brilliant mathematical physicists of the age. He made an enormous number of advances in his own right. But when he translated Faraday’s ideas into mathematical language, thus creating field theory, this unified framework of electricity, magnetism and light became the basis for much of later, 20th-century physics.

Faraday’s and Maxwell’s collaborative efforts gave rise to among the technological innovations we take as a right today – from electric power generation to television, and a lot more. Told with panache, warmth, and clarity, this captivating story of their greatest work – in which each and every played an equal part – and their inspiring lives will bring new appreciation to these giants of science.

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