The Story Of Light
Author: Lillian J. Bragdon
Binding: Hardback
Published: Macmillan , 1961
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
The compelling work The Story Of Light chronicles the multifaceted nature of illumination, tracing its scientific understanding and cultural impact across human history. This engaging narrative presents the fundamental principles of optics, from ancient observations to modern quantum theories, making complex concepts accessible to a broad readership. It illustrates how light has shaped art, religion, and technology, revealing its profound influence on human perception and progress with an informative and clear tone. Bragdon's work details the journey of discovery, from the earliest theories of vision to the revolutionary insights of Einstein, offering a comprehensive overview of this essential element of existence.
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Author: Lillian J. Bragdon
Binding: Hardback
Published: Macmillan , 1961
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
The compelling work The Story Of Light chronicles the multifaceted nature of illumination, tracing its scientific understanding and cultural impact across human history. This engaging narrative presents the fundamental principles of optics, from ancient observations to modern quantum theories, making complex concepts accessible to a broad readership. It illustrates how light has shaped art, religion, and technology, revealing its profound influence on human perception and progress with an informative and clear tone. Bragdon's work details the journey of discovery, from the earliest theories of vision to the revolutionary insights of Einstein, offering a comprehensive overview of this essential element of existence.
