Vision, Its Optical Defects and the Adaptation of Spectacles: Embracing, First, Physical Optics; Second, Physiological Optics; Third, Errors of ... Optical Defects of the Eye (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Christopher Smith Fenner

 
9781333106034: Vision, Its Optical Defects and the Adaptation of Spectacles: Embracing, First, Physical Optics; Second, Physiological Optics; Third, Errors of ... Optical Defects of the Eye (Classic Reprint)

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This book delves into the fascinating world of vision, exploring the science behind how we see. The author takes the reader on a journey through the history of understanding light and its properties, tracing the development of theories from the ancient Greeks to the groundbreaking discoveries of Isaac Newton and beyond. You'll learn about the intricate workings of the human eye, uncovering how it functions as an optical instrument to perceive the world around us. The book goes beyond basic explanations, offering detailed discussions of complex concepts like refraction and reflection, as well as exploring the imperfections of the eye, such as chromatic and spherical aberration. The author examines the nature of light itself, dissecting the competing theories of emission and undulation, providing an engaging exploration of a scientific debate that continues to this day. The book’s in-depth exploration of the science of vision and its historical context is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the mechanics of our senses and the evolution of our understanding of the natural world.

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ISBN 10:  0666448221 ISBN 13:  9780666448224
Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018
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