
by John Tyndall
Preface to the fifth edition.
Preface to the fourth edition.
Preface to the second edition.
FARADAY AS A DISCOVERER.
Chapter 1.
Footnotes to Chapter 1
Chapter 2.
Footnotes to Chapter 2
Chapter 3.
In this concise portrait, the author invites listeners to step into the mind of one of science’s most visionary experimenters. By tracing Faraday’s early work at the Royal Institution and his groundbreaking discoveries in electromagnetism, the narrative reveals how his keen imagination turned simple observations into principles that would later power telegraphs, telephones, and electric lighting. The story captures his modesty and his deliberate focus on understanding nature rather than chasing commercial reward.
The book also serves as a practical guide, distilling the dense details of Faraday’s experiments into clear, accessible explanations for modern readers. It highlights his methodical approach, his relentless curiosity, and the lasting influence of his ideas on today’s technological world. Listeners will come away with a vivid sense of the scientist’s character and the timeless relevance of his work.
Language
en
Duration
~4 hours (231K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by An Anonymous Volunteer, and David Widger
Release date
1998-03-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1820–1893
A vivid Victorian science writer as well as a pioneering physicist, he helped make complex ideas about heat, light, and the atmosphere clear to a wide audience. His experiments on radiant heat and gases later became central to our understanding of the greenhouse effect.
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