James Clerk Maxwell was a Scottish mathematical physicist whose work fundamentally altered our understanding of electricity, magnetism, and optics. He formulated the key equations describing these phenomena as manifestations of a single electromagnetic field. His discoveries demonstrated that electric and magnetic fields propagate through space as waves at the speed of light, thereby unifying light with electrical phenomena and predicting the existence of radio waves. Maxwell's pioneering work laid the groundwork for modern physics, including special relativity and quantum mechanics, and his influence on 20th-century physics is compared to that of Newton and Einstein.
The spinning-top serves as a symbol of the challenges faced by mathematicians in understanding planetary motions. This book explores how the seemingly simple toy inspired profound mathematical inquiry, revealing the complexities of nature that captivated scholars in their quest for knowledge. Through this lens, it highlights the intersection of play and serious scientific analysis, showcasing the depth of thought provoked by everyday objects.
This collection features pivotal works by James Clerk Maxwell, showcasing his groundbreaking contributions to the field of physics. The papers delve into key concepts such as electromagnetic theory, kinetic theory of gases, and the nature of light, reflecting Maxwell's innovative thinking and scientific rigor. Each paper not only highlights his theoretical advancements but also sets the foundation for future developments in physics, making this collection essential for understanding modern scientific principles.
This book is a reproduction of a historical work, presented in large print to enhance accessibility for readers with impaired vision. Published by Megali, a company dedicated to making historical texts more readable, it aims to preserve the original content while ensuring that it is accessible to a wider audience.
Chapters from Maxwell's Treatise on Electricity and Magnetism
Focusing on the revolutionary field theory of electricity and magnetism, this book distills Maxwell's extensive Treatise into a clear overview, presenting his original words and mathematics. It illustrates how the four fundamental Maxwellian equations emerge from his broader theories, culminating in the wave theory of light as a consequence of electromagnetic field theory. With numerous examples and illustrations, along with Howard Fisher's explanatory notes, the text is accessible even to those without calculus knowledge, making Maxwell's concepts comprehensible to a wider audience.
Beyond the firewall lies a greater threat than Taimin and Selena could have foreseen. Taimin and Selena have destroyed the firewall that once trapped them in their dangerous wasteland. But with their hard-fought freedom now comes a greater threat. Outside the wasteland, under the same two scorching suns, live the bonded. This powerful ancient enemy will unleash a destructive war on the wasteland’s inhabitants, and Taimin knows it’s a fight they cannot win. When Zorn comes under attack, Selena uses all her power as a mystic to protect the white city. Meanwhile Taimin’s path takes him to Agravida, the capital of the advanced bonded civilization―where he must work fast to find a weakness in a seemingly unbeatable enemy. To save everyone in the wasteland from certain death, Taimin and Selena seek to contact their ancestors in the stars. But will they reach them in time, and will their help be enough to turn the tide? The existence of the world is in their hands…
Surrounded by fire, a girl with mysterious powers and a young warrior search for safety.Life in the wasteland is a constant struggle. No one knows it better than Taimin. Crippled, and with only his indomitable aunt to protect him, Taimin must learn to survive in a world scorched by two suns and frequented by raiders.But when Taimin discovers his homestead ransacked and his aunt killed, he sets off with one mission: to seek revenge against those who stole everything. With nowhere to call home, his hunt soon takes a turn when he meets a mystic, Selena, who convinces him to join her search for the fabled white city. Taimin and Selena both need refuge, and the white city is a place where Taimin may find someone to heal his childhood injury.As they avoid relentless danger, Taimin and Selena attempt to reach the one place that promises salvation. And they can only hope that the city is the haven they need it to be…
Taimin and Selena must discover the truth about their world—before it’s too late.In a world of secrets, Taimin and Selena are desperate for answers. They need to discover the truth about their origins and the firewall that borders the wasteland. If they don’t find the hidden path they seek, the citizens of Zorn will die.As they make the perilous journey to the distant firewall, Taimin and Selena are joined by three companions: a young healer, a weapons trader, and an old rover. Together the five are in constant danger, unable to rely on Selena’s powers as she has lost the ability to farcast—and she doesn’t know how to get it back.Now Taimin finds himself hunted by a new enemy—a strange creature on a bloodthirsty quest of his own. Taimin and Selena get ever closer to the answers that are essential to their survival. But will they learn the truth in time to save themselves?
The epic conclusion to James Maxwell's gripping fantasy series. The world is facing a war to end all wars, a confrontation that will destroy everything Dion and Chloe hold dear. With Palemon's dragon army growing in number, time is running out... Dion is doing everything in his power to prepare his kingdom, but he knows it will not be enough. Although he needs Chloe's help, recent tragedy makes him terrified for her safety. Magic is dangerous. Only Palemon is too arrogant to see it. As chaos engulfs the land and Palemon risks civilization itself, Dion and Chloe must unite people of all nations to have any chance of survival.