The Life of Sir William Crookes, O.M., F.R.S.

The Life of Sir William Crookes, O.M., F.R.S.

Author: Edmund Edward Fournier d'Albe

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2013-06-13

Total Pages: 445

ISBN-13: 1108061591

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This 1923 biography of Sir William Crookes (1832-1919) explores his wide-ranging scientific career through diary extracts and letters.


William Crookes (1832-1919) and the Commercialization of Science

William Crookes (1832-1919) and the Commercialization of Science

Author: William Hodson Brock

Publisher: Ashgate Publishing, Ltd.

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 600

ISBN-13: 9780754663225

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William Crookes' long life was one of unbroken scientific and business activity, culminating in his appointment as President of the Royal Society in 1913. Discoverer of thallium, inventor of the radiometer, investigator of cathode rays, spiritualist, journalist, editor, businessman, celebrity: his extraordinary life and career provide a unique window into the world of Victorian and Edwardian science.


The Wheat Problem

The Wheat Problem

Author: William Crookes

Publisher: Legare Street Press

Published: 2022-10-27

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781016455763

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This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.


On Radiant Matter [microform]

On Radiant Matter [microform]

Author: William Crookes

Publisher: Franklin Classics

Published: 2018-10-13

Total Pages: 32

ISBN-13: 9780342920037

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This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.


On Radiant Matter

On Radiant Matter

Author: William Crookes

Publisher:

Published: 2018-10-14

Total Pages: 45

ISBN-13: 9780464709886

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A Lecture by Sir William Crookes. Delivered in 1879.Additional Illustrated Content by Kyle Dell'Aquila.


Optical Properties of Diamond

Optical Properties of Diamond

Author: A.M. Zaitsev

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2013-03-09

Total Pages: 508

ISBN-13: 3662045486

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This handbook is the most comprehensive compilation of data on the optical properties of diamond ever written. It presents a multitude of data previously for the first time in English. The author provides quick access to the most comprehensive information on all aspects of the field.