Half Hours With Modern Scientists (1872)

Half Hours With Modern Scientists is a book written by Thomas Henry Huxley and originally published in 1872. The book is a collection of essays that explore the work and ideas of prominent scientists of the time, including Charles Darwin, Michael Faraday, and John Tyndall. Huxley was a renowned biologist and a leading figure in the scientific community of the 19th century, and his essays reflect his deep understanding and appreciation of the work of his contemporaries. The book is divided into ten chapters, each of which focuses on a different scientist and their contributions to their respective fields.The first chapter is dedicated to Michael Faraday, the famous physicist and chemist who made significant contributions to the study of electricity and magnetism. Huxley discusses Faraday's experiments and theories, as well as his impact on the field of physics.The following chapters cover a range of other scientists, including Charles Darwin, the naturalist who proposed the theory of evolution; John Tyndall, a physicist who studied the properties of light and the Earth's atmosphere; and Joseph Dalton Hooker, a botanist who explored the flora of the Himalayas.Throughout the book, Huxley provides detailed descriptions of the scientists' work and ideas, as well as their personal lives and the social and historical contexts in which they lived. He also discusses the broader implications of their discoveries and the ways in which they have shaped modern science.Overall, Half Hours With Modern Scientists is a fascinating and informative book that offers a unique perspective on the history of science and the contributions of some of its most important figures.Other Authors Include James Hutchison Stirling, E. D. Cope And John V. Tyndall.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.