A Handbook Of Optics (1858)

A Handbook Of Optics (1858)

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Publisher's Synopsis

A Handbook of Optics, written by Dionysius Lardner and first published in 1858, is an informative and comprehensive guide to the principles, theories, and applications of optics. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the nature of light, the properties of lenses and mirrors, the formation of images, the behavior of light in different media, and the principles of spectroscopy. It also includes detailed explanations of various optical instruments, such as microscopes, telescopes, and cameras, and their uses in scientific research and everyday life. The text is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both students and professionals in the field of optics. Overall, A Handbook of Optics is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the science of light and its applications.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.

Book information

ISBN: 9781165273201
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 294
Weight: 395g
Height: 152mm
Width: 229mm
Spine width: 16mm