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Imperial College Press Let There Be Light: Story of Light from Atoms to Galaxies

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Explore the fundamental role of light and electromagnetic radiation across the universe with this comprehensive guide from Imperial College Press. This book bridges philosophical principles such as economy, symmetry, and universality of natural laws with practical applications including geometrical optics and Einstein's E = mc2. Each chapter features historical interludes that bring scientific figures to life, including Galileo's conflicts with the Inquisition and other pivotal moments in the study of light. Perfect for students and enthusiasts of electromagnetic theory, physics, and the history of science, this volume offers an accessible yet rigorous exploration of how light shapes our understanding of the cosmos.

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Imperial College Press publication covering light and electromagnetic radiation from atomic to galactic scales.

Historical interludes throughout the book profile the lives and contributions of key scientific figures in optics and physics.

Explores both theoretical foundations like symmetry and universality alongside practical applications of geometrical optics.

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Imperial College Press
Model
Illustrations (some col.), maps (some co
Format
hardcover
ASIN
1860948502
Category
Books > Subjects > Science, Nature & Maths > Engineering & Technology > Electrical > Electromagnetic Theory
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Amazon UK
Release Date
03 December 2008
Listed Since
30 July 2007

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