Ludwig Boltzmann
the man who trusted atoms
$84.28
- Paperback
348 pages
- Release Date
12 January 2006
Summary
The Tragic Genius of Ludwig Boltzmann: A Pioneer of Modern Physics
This book delves into the life, personality, scientific contributions, and philosophical viewpoints of Ludwig Boltzmann, a pivotal figure bridging 19th and 20th-century physics. Explore the details of his rich and ultimately tragic life, which ended in suicide at the age of 62.
A significant portion of the book focuses on discussing Boltzmann’s scientific and philosophical ideas within the context of the latt…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780198570646 |
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| ISBN-10: | 0198570643 |
| Author: | Carlo Cercignani, Roger Penrose |
| Publisher: | Oxford University Press |
| Imprint: | Oxford University Press |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 348 |
| Release Date: | 12 January 2006 |
| Weight: | 535g |
| Dimensions: | 233mm x 157mm x 20mm |
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Critics Review
It is valuable, not only for the wealth and scope of information it provides, but for offering an up-to-date view, accessible to all, of Boltzmann's scientific ideas.'Studies in History and Philosophy of Modern PhysicsCarlo Cercignani has made an important contribution to our understanding of the man and his work in the context of his times… Much of the book will be interesting for the general reader.‘George Fleck, The Chemical Intelligencer`I can warmly recommend the book to everybody who is interested in the history of science.‘Dieter Flamm, Physics World
About The Author
Carlo Cercignani
Carlo Cercignani was a Professor of Theoretical Mechanics at the Politecnico di Milano, Italy. He was a renowned expert in kinetic theory and fluid dynamics.
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