Tyndall, John. ON RADIATION. The "Rede" Lecture delivered in the Senate-house before theUniversity of Cambridge on Tuesday, May 16, 1865. Longman, Green, Longman, Roberts & Green, London: 1865. First edition. Inscribed by the author on the half-title "Professor Riess / from John Tyndall." Tyndall (1820-1893), professor of natural philosophy at Cambridge, had a long career as a scientific experimenter, author, and lecturer; his "investigations of the transparency and opacity of gases and vapours for radiant heat, which occupied him during many years (1859- 1871), are frequently considered his chief work" (Encyclopedia Britannica). For a detailed sketch of his career as a scientist, see the long DAB article. 8vo. (6), 62 pp. Frontispiece. 32-page publisher's catalogue (dated "July 1864"). Original gilt-stamped purple limp cloth. Very good. Price: USD 475.00 other currencies   order no. 44746    inquire

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