Refraction and How to Refract: Including Sections on Optics, Retinoscopy, the Fitting of Spectacles and Eye-Glasses, Etc (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

James Thorington

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1528461266 ISBN 13: 9781528461269

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Master refraction with a practical, step‑by‑step approach that starts with light and ends with prescription lenses.

This nonfiction guide presents a clear, methodical path through optics, retinoscopy, and the fitting of spectacles, designed for students and professionals alike. It emphasizes simple explanations, concrete facts, and real-world application without lengthy math or uncertain points.

The book frames optics from the basics of light to the standard eye, ametropia, and the diagnosis of refractive errors. It includes techniques for estimating refraction, understanding prisms, and choosing and fitting lenses and eyewear. The material is illustrated and organized to help you build a solid, usable understanding of refraction in practical settings.

• Clear definitions of light, rays, and focusing concepts for quick comprehension
• Foundations of retinoscopy, including practical rules and steps for beginners
• Prism theory, neutralization methods, and how these affect prescriptions
• Guidance on selecting, fitting, and evaluating lenses and eye‑glass frames

Ideal for readers seeking a reliable manual on clinical refraction, optical practices, and the art of fitting eyewear.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1528461266
• ISBN 13: 9781528461269
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 433