Matter and Motion (Dover Books on Physics)

Book Details

• Publisher: Dover

• Author: James Clerk Maxwell

• Language: English

• Edition: New Edition

• ISBN: 9780486668956

• Pages: 176

• Cover: Paperback

• Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.4 x 0.5 inches

About The Book

James Clerk Maxwell's Matter and Motion, considered one of the finest elementary scientific treatises ever written, is a work that continues to inspire and enlighten even after 115 years. This new edition retains the elegance and clarity of Maxwell's original writing, providing readers with illuminating insights into his approach to fundamental scientific principles.

The book is a carefully structured survey of Newtonian dynamics, beginning with simple particles of matter and gradually extending to more complex physical systems. The new edition enhances the original content with a chapter titled "On the Equations of Motion of a Connected System," taken from Volume II of Maxwell's Electricity and Magnetism. Additionally, two appendices by the editor explore the principles of the relativity of motion and the broader aspects of the principle of least action, expanding the book’s reach to modern scientific thought.

Maxwell’s Matter and Motion remains a vital resource for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the foundational concepts of physics. Its timeless appeal and intellectual rigor make it a valuable addition to any scientific library.