Faraday
by Hamilton, James · first published 2002
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A biography of Michael Faraday, one of the giants of 19th century science and discoverer of electricity, who was at the centre of a scientific renaissance in London. This book is an exploration of his life, work and times which also tells the story of the dawn of the modern scientific age.
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Certainly do! Titled "Faraday" by James Hamilton, published by Harper Collins in paperback 2002. It contains many photographic illustrations and is absolutely recommended. The world needs more people with his ethos.
on “Ask HN: Do you know good biographies of Michael Faraday?” ↗Listed in no particular order: Title, author - publisher (topic) Most Secret War, R.V.Jones - Coronet Books (W.W.2 tech) Light Years, Brian Clegg - Piatkus (about light) Faraday, James Hamilton - Harper Collins (biography) The Code Breakers, David Kahn - Sphere (cryptography)
on “Ask HN: Best trivia/novel topic books?” ↗Very much enjoying the classic "Utopia" by Thomas More, as well as "Faraday" by James Hamilton
on “Ask HN: What's the best book you read in 2021?” ↗"Faraday - the life" by James Hamilton, Harper Collins publishers, paperback 2003. Prior to reading the book I knew Faraday was famous but this biography spelled out just how important his work was for humanity.…
on “Ask HN: Recommend a Good Biography to Read” ↗Faraday: The Life by James Hamilton - HarperCollins Publishers (paperback) 2002. Considering that he received the equivalent of primary school education his brilliant mind was responsible for the first electric…
on “Ask HN: Recommend a biography?” ↗Faraday:The Life by James Hamilton. Harper Collins publishers, paperback 465 pages. These days everyone knows of Musk and Jobs but Faraday's many contributions to humanity's advancement are largely forgotten.
on “Ask HN: Recommend a book that would cure my boredom” ↗Another excellent (paperback) book is `Faraday - The Life' by James Hamilton 465 pages Harper Collins publishers
on “Michael Faraday: Scientist and Nonconformist (1996)” ↗