The Complete Harvard Classics - All 51 Volumes in One Edition stands as a monumental anthology that intricately weaves the profound tapestry of Western thought. Within its extensive bounds lie the myriad voices of the West'Äôs most illustrious thinkers, dramatists, poets, and philosophers. From the philosophical musings of Plato and Descartes to the poetic eloquence of Dante and Shakespeare, this collection avails an unparalleled voyage through time and discipline. While each volume contai...

Contents: 1. The Forces of Matter and The Chemical History of a Candle, by Michael Faraday 2. On the Conservation of Force and Ice and Glaciers, by Hermann von Helmholtz 3. The Wave Theory of Light and The Tides, by Lord Kelvin 4. The Extent of the Universe, by Simon Newcomb 5. Geographical Evolution, by Sir Archibald Geikie

Michael Faraday, FRS (22 September 1791 25 August 1867) was an English chemist and physicist (or natural philosopher, in the terminology of the time) who contributed to the fields of electromagnetism and electrochemistry. Faraday studied the magnetic field around a conductor carrying a DC electric current. While conducting these studies, Faraday established the basis for the electromagnetic field concept in physics, subsequently enlarged upon by James Maxwell. He similarly discovered elect...

The Complete Works of Michael FaradayThis Complete Collection includes the following titles:--------1 - The Chemical History of a Candle2 - Experimental Researches in Electricity, Volume 13 - On the various forces of nature and their relations to each other4 - Naturgeschichte einer Kerze

From the primitive pine-torch to the paraffin candle, how wide an interval! between them how vast a contrast! The means adopted by man to illuminate his home at night, stamp at once his position in the scale of civilisation. The fluid bitumen of the far East, blazing in rude vessels of baked earth; the Etruscan lamp, exquisite in form, yet ill adapted to its office; the whale, seal, or bear fat, filling the hut of the Esquimaux or Lap with odour rather than light; the huge wax candle on th...

The power which electricity of tension possesses of causing an opposite electrical state in its vicinity has been expressed by the general term Induction; which, as it has been received into scientific language, may also, with propriety, be used in the same general sense to express the power which electrical currents may possess of inducing any particular state upon matter in their immediate neighbourhood, otherwise indifferent. It is with this meaning that I purpose using it in the presen...

"The Chemical History of a Candle" is a fascinating exploration of the science behind a simple candle, presented by the renowned scientist Michael Faraday. In this work, Faraday delves into the chemical processes that occur when a candle burns, illustrating the principles of combustion, heat, and light. Through a series of lectures, he engages his audience with vivid demonstrations and accessible explanations, making complex scientific concepts understandable to the general public. His pas...

"Experimental Researches in Electricity, Volume 1" by Michael Faraday is a seminal work that explores the fundamental principles of electromagnetism. Faraday, a pioneering scientist, presents a series of groundbreaking experiments that laid the foundation for modern electrical engineering. His meticulous observations and innovative techniques reveal the intricate relationship between electricity and magnetism, showcasing his profound understanding of physical phenomena. This volume not onl...

From the primitive pine-torch to the paraffin candle, how wide an interval! between them how vast a contrast! The means adopted by man to illuminate his home at night, stamp at once his position in the scale of civilisation. The fluid bitumen of the far East, blazing in rude vessels of baked earth; the Etruscan lamp, exquisite in form, yet ill adapted to its office; the whale, seal, or bear fat, filling the hut of the Esquimaux or Lap with odour rather than light; the huge wax candle on th...

The original Harvard Classics Collection contains 51 volumes of the essential works of world literature, showing the progress of man from antics to modern age. In this edition, the original collection is supplemented with the 20 volume Harvard Shelf of Fiction, a selection of the greatest works of fiction. Content: The Harvard Classics: V. 1: Franklin, Woolman & Penn V. 2: Plato, Epictetus & Marcus Aurelius V. 3: Bacon, Milton, Browne V. 4: John Milton V. 5: R. W. Emerson V. 6: Robert Burn...

Which was first, Matter or Force? If we think on this question, we shall find that we are unable to conceive of matter without force, or of force without matter. When God created the elements of which the earth is composed, He created certain wondrous forces, which are set free, and become evident when matter acts on matter. All these forces, with many differences, have much in common, and if one is set free, it will immediately endeavour to free its companions. Thus, heat will enable us t...

When Michael Faraday first introduced his Christmas Lectures over 100 years ago, he truly wowed the crowd. The man loved nature & science & eagerly presented his lessons in the most delightful manner and this book captures the fullness of his style. These lectures were originally intended for the youth of 19th century London but even todays savy students will be keen for this slender volume which delights, teaches and holds your attention. I am recommending this book as an example of a goo...