Faraday, Maxwell, and the Electromagnetic Field: How Two Men Revolutionized Physics
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.
Faraday's and Maxwell's collaborative efforts gave rise to many of the technological innovations we take for granted today - from electric power generation to television, and much more. Told with panache, warmth, and clarity, this captivating story of their greatest work - in which each played an equal part - and their inspiring lives will bring new appreciation to these giants of science.
CONTENT
1. The Apprentice: 1791–1813
2. Chemistry: 1813–1820
3. History: 1600–1820
4. A Circular Force: 1820–1831
5. Induction: 1831–1840
6. A Shadow of a Speculation: 1840–1857
7. Faraday's Last Years: 1857–1867
8. What's the Go o’ That? 1831–1850
9. Society and Drill: 1850–1854
10. An Imaginary Fluid: 1854–1856
11. No Jokes Are Understood Here: 1856–1860
12. The Speed of Light: 1860–1863
13. Great Guns: 1863–1865
14. Country Life: 1865–1871
15. The Cavendish: 1871–1879
16. The Maxwellians: 1850–1890
17. A New Epoch: 1890 Onward
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