The Personality of Henry Cavendish - Profile of a Historian of Science |
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| Author:
| McCormmach, Russell |
| Series title: | Archimedes Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-3-319-02437-0 |
| Publication Date: | Mar 2014 |
| Publisher: | Springer
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | AUD $244.95 |
Book Description:
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This book explores the 18th century natural philosopher Henry Cavendish, best known for his work in chemistry and physics. It traces aspects of his personality, views and interpretations of him, and explores notions of eccentricity and autism.
This book explores the 18th century natural philosopher Henry Cavendish, best known for his work in chemistry and physics. It traces aspects of his personality, views and interpretations of him, and explores notions of eccentricity and autism.