Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""Sir James Dewar"" by James Crichton-Browne is a biography of the Scottish chemist and physicist Sir James Dewar. Dewar was a prominent figure in the field of low-temperature physics and is best known for his invention of the Dewar flask, which is used to store and transport liquid gases.The book provides a comprehensive overview of Dewar's life and work, from his early years in Scotland to his later years at the Royal Institution in London. It covers his education, his research, and his many contributions to science, including his work on the liquefaction of gases and his development of the first vacuum flask.The book also explores Dewar's personal life, including his relationships with his family and colleagues, as well as his interests outside of science. It delves into his political views and his involvement in social and political issues of his time.Overall, ""Sir James Dewar"" is a detailed and informative biography of a pioneering scientist whose work has had a lasting impact on the field of physics and chemistry.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.
