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The Messenger of Mathematics, Vol. 1 - Hardcover

William Allen Whitworth

 
9780656334803: The Messenger of Mathematics, Vol. 1

Synopsis

Explore the cutting edge of 19th-century science through a compact, richly detailed collection.

This volume gathers reportage from the British Association meeting at Edinburgh, including mathematical and physical discussions, reports on planetary motion, optics, thermodynamics, and the latest in geodesy and dynamics. Inside, you’ll find clear explanations of complex ideas, from geodesic lines on spheroids to the geometry of motion, plus contemporary observations from solar eclipses and the growing use of spectroscopy in solar studies.

What you’ll encounter
  • Inclusive coverage of mathematical topics like differential equations, quaternions, and invariants
  • Descriptions of experiments and observational methods from the era, including corona and eclipse observations
  • Excerpts discussing the evolution of analytical notation and its impact on science
  • Historical context linking scientific ideas to wider questions in natural philosophy
Ideal for readers of history of science, mathematical practice, and late 19th‑century physics.

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