Concepts of Space

Concepts of SpaceAlthough the concept of space is of fundamental importance in both physics and philosophy, until the publication of this book, the idea of space had never been treated in terms of its historical development. It remained for Dr. Jammer, noted scholar and historian of science, to trace the evolution of the idea of space in this comprehensive, thought provoking study. The focus of the book is on physical, rather than metaphysical, ideas of space;

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this book is also a fascinating document of musical history — an intimate revelation of the natural gifts that underlay Caruso's artistry

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The first half of the book deals with classical physical optics

they can also use it as a basic introduction to the subject by selecting appropriate sections of each part

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