ISBN: 9781330302507 - electricity in daily life: a popular account of the applications of electricity to every day uses (classic reprint) (4 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. Embark on a captivating journey into the transformative power of electricity during the late 19th century. This book delves into the fascinating applications of this mysterious force, illuminating its impact on various aspects of daily life. The author expertly guides readers through the fundamental principles of electricity, exploring concepts such as electromotive force, resistance, and the groundbreaking discoveries of visionaries like Volta and Faraday. From the practical uses of electric motors in transportation and industry to the illuminating advancements in electric lighting and telegraphy, the book unveils the remarkable ingenuity of the era. Discover how electricity revolutionized communication through the telegraph and submarine cables, connecting people across vast distances. Explore the role of electricity in warfare, both on land and at sea, as it powered searchlights, torpedoes, and communication systems. This compelling exploration extends to the domestic sphere, showcasing how electricity brought comfort and convenience to households through appliances, lighting, and even medical treatments. The book concludes by emphasizing the profound impact of electricity, not as a mere source of energy, but as a catalyst for progress, forever changing the course of human history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

Condizione: Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 310 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.