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James Clerk Maxwell

    13. červen 1831 – 5. listopad 1879

    James Clerk Maxwell byl skotský matematický fyzik, jehož práce zásadně změnila naše chápání elektřiny, magnetismu a optiky. Formuloval klíčové rovnice popisující tato jevy jako projevy jediného elektromagnetického pole. Jeho objevy prokázaly, že elektrická a magnetická pole se šíří prostorem jako vlny rychlostí světla, čímž sjednotil světlo s elektrickými jevy a předpověděl existenci rádiových vln. Maxwellovy průkopnické práce položily základy moderní fyziky, včetně speciální relativity a kvantové mechaniky, a jeho vliv na fyziku 20. století je srovnáván s vlivem Newtona a Einsteina.

    A Treatise on Electricity & Magnetism VOLUME 1
    A Treatise on Electricity & Magnetism VOLUME II
    Copper Chain
    Silver Road
    A Treatise on Electricity and Magnetism, Vol. 1
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    • Volume 1 of an important foundation work of modern physics describes electrostatic phenomena and develops a mathematical theory of electricity. Topics include electrical work and energy in a system of conductors, mechanical action between two electrical systems, spherical harmonics, electric current, conduction and resistance, electrolysis, and other subjects. 1891 edition.

      A Treatise on Electricity and Magnetism, Vol. 1
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    • Silver Road

      • 492 stránek
      • 18 hodin čtení

      Chloe's quest to escape the Oracle's prophecy leads her to a magus with a secret: the eldren are not the only race to use magic in warfare. An ancient power is rediscovered, race to use magic in warfare. An ancient power is rediscovered, and a forgotten people will return. Meanwhile, cursed by his and a forgotten people will return. Meanwhile, cursed by his birth, Dion tries to forge a new life at sea, away from both the eldren and his former life in Xanthos. But the one thing he can't leave behind is his heritage.

      Silver Road
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    • Copper Chain

      • 380 stránek
      • 14 hodin čtení

      When a desperate king threatens Dion and everything he loves, only dangerous magic can keep him safe. Dion, now king of Xanthos, is finally in command of the naval fleet he's always dreamed of. But his hopes for peace are jeopardized when King Palemon, in dire need of ships to rescue his starving people from the frozen wastelands of the north, invades the Salesian city of Malakai. Too weak to confront Dion directly, Palemon turns to magic: mysterious copper chains from the lost civilization of Aleuthea, which have the potential to control dragons...and Dion. With the people he loves in danger, and his own freedom at risk, Dion's only hope is Chloe and the power she struggles to tame.

      Copper Chain
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    • Excerpt from A Treatise on Electricity and Magnetism, Vol. 2 When there is no magnetization the stress is a tension in the direction of the lines of magnetic force, combined with a pressure in all directions at right angles to these lines, the. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

      A Treatise on Electricity & Magnetism VOLUME II
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    • In this work, the author focuses on phenomena that clearly illustrate fundamental theories, prioritizing measurable quantities. The discussion centers on electrical phenomena, emphasizing measurement methods and the standards that underpin them. The approach involves deriving general conclusions from available data and applying these results to the simplest cases. The author aims to minimize engagement with complex questions that, while showcasing mathematical skill, do not enhance scientific understanding. This text is a reproduction of a significant historical work, utilizing advanced technology to digitally reconstruct the original format and repair imperfections. While some original flaws may persist, most have been successfully addressed to maintain the integrity of the historical document.

      A Treatise on Electricity & Magnetism VOLUME 1
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    • Iron Will

      • 416 stránek
      • 15 hodin čtení

      The epic conclusion to James Maxwell's gripping fantasy series. The world is facing a war to end all wars, a confrontation that will destroy everything Dion and Chloe hold dear. With Palemon's dragon army growing in number, time is running out... Dion is doing everything in his power to prepare his kingdom, but he knows it will not be enough. Although he needs Chloe's help, recent tragedy makes him terrified for her safety. Magic is dangerous. Only Palemon is too arrogant to see it. As chaos engulfs the land and Palemon risks civilization itself, Dion and Chloe must unite people of all nations to have any chance of survival.

      Iron Will
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    • The Lore of the Evermen

      • 500 stránek
      • 18 hodin čtení

      "The Lord of the Night is coming. The future of civilization is at stake. Miro, High Lord of Altura, is in the Imperial capital to prepare the Empire for the onslaught. He knows his homeland lies directly in the enemy's path but struggles to form the alliances he needs. As the high lords bicker, Ella seeks the help of the newly crowned emperor, Killian. But, amid the growing tensions, their responsibilities drive them apart and, as emperor, Killian can't be seen to favor Ella's homeland. Against a backdrop of old hurts, guilty secrets, and shaky new allegiances, people of all nations and abilities must learn to trust one another again, and form a united front against a powerful enemy intent on destroying them once and for all"--P. [4] of cover.

      The Lore of the Evermen
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    • The Path of the Storm

      • 496 stránek
      • 18 hodin čtení

      Two years have passed since the war, yet without essence the Empire's economy has collapsed. Trade is at a standstill, famine sets in, and, with no food and no essence, the people begin to riot. In the midst of the growing unrest, Miro struggles to balance his life with Amber against his resolve to keep threats to the Empire at bay. His sister, Ella, helps to build the machinery the Empire desperately needs, but she longs to find Killian and believes his powers will be needed in the conflict to come. News of a wedding brings a much-needed ray of hope to the weary people. But as citizens and leaders gather from afar for the festivities, an evil threat shatters the fragile peace: one of the Evermen has returned. And he will not rest until he has completely destroyed the humans he despises. This is the third book in the epic Evermen Saga.

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    • A World of Secrets

      • 303 stránek
      • 11 hodin čtení

      Taimin and Selena must discover the truth about their world—before it’s too late.In a world of secrets, Taimin and Selena are desperate for answers. They need to discover the truth about their origins and the firewall that borders the wasteland. If they don’t find the hidden path they seek, the citizens of Zorn will die.As they make the perilous journey to the distant firewall, Taimin and Selena are joined by three companions: a young healer, a weapons trader, and an old rover. Together the five are in constant danger, unable to rely on Selena’s powers as she has lost the ability to farcast—and she doesn’t know how to get it back.Now Taimin finds himself hunted by a new enemy—a strange creature on a bloodthirsty quest of his own. Taimin and Selena get ever closer to the answers that are essential to their survival. But will they learn the truth in time to save themselves?

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    • The Hidden Relic

      • 484 stránek
      • 17 hodin čtení

      The second book in the epic Evermen Saga. With the fate of their homeland still in jeopardy, siblings Ella and Miro must face the Primate's evil as he discovers a new technique: a way to extract essence from human blood. The Primate has been temporarily defeated, but his home was once inhabited by the Evermen, and their ancient secrets still remain there. As the mysterious Evrin sets out to destroy everything he can, the Primate stumbles upon an ancient book that tells of a hidden relic with unfathomable power--and he will stop at nothing to find it. Realizing the solution to defeating the Primate and saving the Empire is tied to the hidden relic, Ella, Miro, Killian, and the desert prince Ilathor must race to reach the relic before the Primate...or suffer disastrous consequences.

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    • Golden Age

      • 464 stránek
      • 17 hodin čtení

      "The discovery of a strange and superior warship sends Dion, youngest son of the king of Xanthos, and Chloe, a Phalesian princess, on a journey across the sea, where they are confronted by a kingdom far more powerful than they could ever have imagined. But they also find a place in turmoil, for the ruthless sun king, Solon, is dying. In order to gain entrance to heaven, Solon is building a tomb—a pyramid clad in gold—and has scoured his own empire for gold until there’s no more to be found. Now Solon’s gaze turns to Chloe’s homeland, Phalesia, and its famous sacred ark, made of solid gold. The legends say it must never be opened, but Solon has no fear of foreigners’ legends or even their armies. And he isn’t afraid of the eldren, an ancient race of shape-shifters, long ago driven into the Wilds. For when he gets the gold, Solon knows he will live forever" -- back cover.

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    • Beyond the firewall lies a greater threat than Taimin and Selena could have foreseen. Taimin and Selena have destroyed the firewall that once trapped them in their dangerous wasteland. But with their hard-fought freedom now comes a greater threat. Outside the wasteland, under the same two scorching suns, live the bonded. This powerful ancient enemy will unleash a destructive war on the wasteland’s inhabitants, and Taimin knows it’s a fight they cannot win. When Zorn comes under attack, Selena uses all her power as a mystic to protect the white city. Meanwhile Taimin’s path takes him to Agravida, the capital of the advanced bonded civilization―where he must work fast to find a weakness in a seemingly unbeatable enemy. To save everyone in the wasteland from certain death, Taimin and Selena seek to contact their ancestors in the stars. But will they reach them in time, and will their help be enough to turn the tide? The existence of the world is in their hands…

      A Search for Starlight
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    • Enchantress

      • 612 stránek
      • 22 hodin čtení

      Ella and her brother, Miro, are orphans, their parents killed long ago in the ongoing struggle against the mad Emperor. From the day Ella witnesses an enchanter using his talents to save Miro from drowning, she knows what she wants to be. But the elite Academy of Enchanters expects tuition fees and knowledge. Determined, Ella sells flowers and studies every book she can. Meanwhile, Miro dreams of becoming one of the world's finest swordsmen, wielding his nation's powerful enchanted weapons in defense of his homeland. A dark force rises in the east, conquering all in its path, and Miro leaves for the front. When the void Miro left is filled by Killian, a charming stranger from another land, Ella finds herself in love. But Killian has a secret, and Ella's actions will determine the fate of her brother, her homeland, and the world.

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    • A Girl From Nowhere

      • 446 stránek
      • 16 hodin čtení

      Surrounded by fire, a girl with mysterious powers and a young warrior search for safety.Life in the wasteland is a constant struggle. No one knows it better than Taimin. Crippled, and with only his indomitable aunt to protect him, Taimin must learn to survive in a world scorched by two suns and frequented by raiders.But when Taimin discovers his homestead ransacked and his aunt killed, he sets off with one mission: to seek revenge against those who stole everything. With nowhere to call home, his hunt soon takes a turn when he meets a mystic, Selena, who convinces him to join her search for the fabled white city. Taimin and Selena both need refuge, and the white city is a place where Taimin may find someone to heal his childhood injury.As they avoid relentless danger, Taimin and Selena attempt to reach the one place that promises salvation. And they can only hope that the city is the haven they need it to be…

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    • On a Dynamical Top

      • 70 stránek
      • 3 hodiny čtení

      The spinning-top serves as a symbol of the challenges faced by mathematicians in understanding planetary motions. This book explores how the seemingly simple toy inspired profound mathematical inquiry, revealing the complexities of nature that captivated scholars in their quest for knowledge. Through this lens, it highlights the intersection of play and serious scientific analysis, showcasing the depth of thought provoked by everyday objects.

      On a Dynamical Top
    • A Maxwellian Path to Maxwell's Equations

      Chapters from Maxwell's Treatise on Electricity and Magnetism

      • 182 stránek
      • 7 hodin čtení

      Focusing on the revolutionary field theory of electricity and magnetism, this book distills Maxwell's extensive Treatise into a clear overview, presenting his original words and mathematics. It illustrates how the four fundamental Maxwellian equations emerge from his broader theories, culminating in the wave theory of light as a consequence of electromagnetic field theory. With numerous examples and illustrations, along with Howard Fisher's explanatory notes, the text is accessible even to those without calculus knowledge, making Maxwell's concepts comprehensible to a wider audience.

      A Maxwellian Path to Maxwell's Equations
    • Five of Maxwell's Papers

      • 54 stránek
      • 2 hodiny čtení

      This collection features pivotal works by James Clerk Maxwell, showcasing his groundbreaking contributions to the field of physics. The papers delve into key concepts such as electromagnetic theory, kinetic theory of gases, and the nature of light, reflecting Maxwell's innovative thinking and scientific rigor. Each paper not only highlights his theoretical advancements but also sets the foundation for future developments in physics, making this collection essential for understanding modern scientific principles.

      Five of Maxwell's Papers
    • Five of Maxwell's Papers

      in large print

      • 68 stránek
      • 3 hodiny čtení

      This book is a reproduction of a historical work, presented in large print to enhance accessibility for readers with impaired vision. Published by Megali, a company dedicated to making historical texts more readable, it aims to preserve the original content while ensuring that it is accessible to a wider audience.

      Five of Maxwell's Papers