Dionysius Lardner
Handbooks of Natural Philosophy and Astronomy: Second Course, Heat, Magnetism, Common Electricity, Voltaic Electricity is a book written by Dionysius Lardner and first published in 1853. The book is part of a series of handbooks on natural philosophy and astronomy, and it focuses on four topics: heat, magnetism, common electricity, and voltaic electricity. The book begins with an introduction to the principles of heat and temperature, including the laws of thermodynamics and the properties of heat transfer. It then moves on to magnetism, covering topics such as magnetic fields, magnetic materials, and the behavior of magnets in different situations. Next, the book explores common electricity, including the properties of electric charge, electrical conductors and insulators, and the behavior of electric fields. The final section of the book covers voltaic electricity, which is the electricity produced by chemical reactions. This section includes discussions of batteries, electrolysis, and the principles of electrical circuits. Throughout the book, Lardner uses clear and concise language to explain complex scientific concepts. The book is intended for students and scholars of natural philosophy and astronomy, as well as anyone interested in the principles of heat, magnetism, and electricity. It is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of these fundamental scientific principles.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
