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The Cambridge Companion to Einstein
by Michel Janssen Christoph LehnerThis volume is the first systematic presentation of the work of Albert Einstein, comprising fourteen essays by leading historians and philosophers of science that introduce readers to his work. Following an introduction that places Einstein's work in the context of his life and times, the book opens with essays on the papers of Einstein's 'miracle year', 1905, covering Brownian motion, light quanta, and special relativity, as well as his contributions to early quantum theory and the opposition to his light quantum hypothesis. Further essays relate Einstein's path to the general theory of relativity (1915) and the beginnings of two fields it spawned, relativistic cosmology and gravitational waves. Essays on Einstein's later years examine his unified field theory program and his critique of quantum mechanics. The closing essays explore the relation between Einstein's work and twentieth-century philosophy, as well as his political writings.
The Cambridge Companion to Galileo
by Peter MachamerNot only a hero of the scientific revolution, but after his conflict with the church, a hero of science, Galileo is today rivalled in the popular imagination only by Newton and Einstein. But what did Galileo actually do, and what are the sources of the popular image we have of him? This collection of specially-commissioned essays is unparalleled in the depth of its coverage of all facets of Galileo's work. A particular feature of the volume is the treatment of Galileo's relationship with the church. It will be of interest to philosophers, historians of science, cultural historians and those in religious studies.
The Cambridge Companion to John Herschel (Cambridge Companions to History)
by Stephen Case Lukas M. VerburgtIt has been said that being scientific in Victorian England meant to be as much like John Herschel as possible. This volume shows readers what it meant to be John Herschel (1792-1871), one of England's most prominent polymaths. Drawing on his published oeuvre and recent scholarship, as well as an immense amount of surviving archival material and correspondence, these essays present the first ever comprehensive account of Herschel's life, work, and legacy. From mathematics and astronomy, to philosophy and politics, the volume sheds new light on his crucial role in the history of Victorian science and explores a wide array of issues in the history of nineteenth-century culture, philosophy, mathematics, and beyond.
The Cambridge Companion to Newton
by I. Bernard Cohen George E. SmithSir Isaac Newton (1642-1727) was one of the greatest scientists of all time, a thinker of extraordinary range and creativity who has left enduring legacies in mathematics and the natural sciences. In this volume a team of distinguished contributors examine all the main aspects of Newton's thought, including not only his approach to space, time, mechanics, and universal gravity in his Principia, his research in optics, and his contributions to mathematics, but also his more clandestine investigations into alchemy, theology, and prophecy, which have sometimes been overshadowed by his mathematical and scientific interests.
The Cambridge Companion to Newton
by Rob Iliffe Smith George E.Sir Isaac Newton (1642–1727) was one of the greatest scientists of all time, a thinker of extraordinary range and creativity who has left enduring legacies in mathematics and physics. While most famous for his Principia, his work on light and colour, and his discovery of the calculus, Newton devoted much more time to research in chemistry and alchemy, and to studying prophecy, church history and ancient chronology. This new edition of The Cambridge Companion to Newton provides authoritative introductions to these further dimensions of his endeavours as well as to many aspects of his physics. It includes a revised bibliography, a new introduction and six new chapters: three updating previous chapters on Newton's mathematics, his chemistry and alchemy and the reception of his religious views; and three entirely new, on his religion, his ancient chronology and the treatment of continuous and discontinuous forces in his second law of motion.
The Cambridge Companion to the "Origin of Species"
by Michael Ruse Robert J. RichardsThe Origin of Species by Charles Darwin is universally recognised as one of the most important science books ever written. The Origin of Species is also a work of great cultural and religious significance, in that Darwin maintained that all organisms, including humans, are part of a natural process of growth from simple forms. This Companion commemorates the 150th anniversary of the publication of the Origin of Species and examines its main arguments. Drawing on the expertise of leading authorities in the field, it also provides the contexts - religious, social, political, literary, and philosophical - in which the Origin was composed. Written in a clear and friendly yet authoritative manner, this volume will be essential reading for both scholars and students More broadly, it will appeal to general readers who want to learn more about one of the most important and controversial books of modern times.
The Cambridge Encyclopedia of Darwin and Evolutionary Thought
by Michael RuseThis volume is a comprehensive reference work on the life, labors, and influence of the great evolutionist Charles Darwin. With more than sixty essays written by an international group representing the leading scholars in the field, this is the definitive work on Darwin. It covers the background to Darwin's discovery of the theory of evolution through natural selection, the work he produced and his contemporaries' reactions to it, and evaluates his influence on science in the 150 years since the publication of Origin of Species. It also explores the implications of Darwin's discoveries in religion, politics, gender, literature, culture, philosophy, and medicine, critically evaluating Darwin's legacy. Fully illustrated and clearly written, it is suitable for scholars and students as well as the general reader. The wealth of information it provides about the history of evolutionary thought makes it a crucial resource for understanding the controversies that surround evolution today.
The Cambridge Handbook of Antitrust, Intellectual Property, and High Tech
by Blair Sokol D. Daniel Roger D.This Cambridge Handbook, edited by Roger D. Blair and D. Daniel Sokol, brings together a group of world-renowned professors in the fields of law and economics to assess the theory and practice of antitrust, intellectual property, and high tech. With the increased globalization of antitrust, a better understanding of how law and economics shape this interface will help academics, policymakers, and practitioners to understand the existing state of academic literature, its limits, and its relevance to real-world antitrust. The book will be an essential resource for anyone seeking to understand academic and policy considerations shaping the world of antitrust, intellectual property, and high tech.
Cambridge Handbook of Engineering Education Research
by Aditya Johri Barbara M. OldsThe Cambridge Handbook of Engineering Education Research is the critical reference source for the growing field of engineering education research, featuring the work of world luminaries writing to define and inform this emerging field. The Handbook draws extensively on contemporary research in the learning sciences, examining how technology affects learners and learning environments, and the role of social context in learning. Since a landmark issue of the Journal of Engineering Education (2005), in which senior scholars argued for a stronger theoretical and empirically driven agenda, engineering education has quickly emerged as a research-driven field increasing in both theoretical and empirical work drawing on many social science disciplines, disciplinary engineering knowledge, and computing. The Handbook is based on the research agenda from a series of interdisciplinary colloquia funded by the US National Science Foundation and published in the Journal of Engineering Education in October 2006.
Cambridge Historical Studies in American Law and Society: The Law of the Whale Hunt
by Robert DealWhale oil lit the cities and greased the machines of the Industrial Revolution. In light of its importance, competition between whalers was high. Far from courts and law enforcement, competing crews of American whalers not known for their gentility and armed with harpoons tended to resolve disputes at sea over ownership of whales. Left to settle arguments on their own, whalemen created norms and customs to decide ownership of whales pursued by multiple crews. The Law of the Whale Hunt provides an innovative examination of how property law was created in the absence of formal legal institutions regulating the American whaling industry in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. Using depositions, court testimony, logbooks, and other previously unused primary sources, Robert Deal tells an exciting story of American whalers hunting in waters from the North Atlantic to the South Pacific and the Sea of Okhotsk.
The Cambridge History of Capitalism: From Ancient Origins to 1848
by Larry Neal Jeffrey G. WilliamsonThe first volume of The Cambridge History of Capitalism provides a comprehensive account of the evolution of capitalism from its earliest beginnings. Starting with its distant origins in ancient Babylon, successive chapters trace progression up to the 'Promised Land' of capitalism in America. Adopting a wide geographical coverage and comparative perspective, the international team of authors discuss the contributions of Greek, Roman and Asian civilizations to the development of capitalism, as well as the Chinese, Indian and Arab empires. They determine what features of modern capitalism were present at each time and place, and why the various precursors of capitalism did not survive. Looking at the eventual success of medieval Europe and the examples of city-states in northern Italy and the Low Countries, the authors address how British mercantilism led to European imitations and American successes, and ultimately, how capitalism became global.
The Cambridge History of Science: Instruments And Interpretations, To Celebrate The 60th Anniversary Of R .s . Whipple's Gift To The University Of Cambridge (The Cambridge History of Science)
by Alexander Jones Liba TaubThis volume in the highly respected Cambridge History of Science series is devoted to the history of science, medicine and mathematics of the Old World in antiquity. Organized by topic and culture, its essays by distinguished scholars offer the most comprehensive and up-to-date history of ancient science currently available. Together, they reveal the diversity of goals, contexts, and accomplishments in the study of nature in Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, Rome, China, and India. Intended to provide a balanced and inclusive treatment of the ancient world, contributors consider scientific, medical and mathematical learning in the cultures associated with the ancient world.
The Cambridge History of Science: Volume 8, Modern Science in National, Transnational, and Global Context (The Cambridge History of Science #Vol. 4)
by Ronald L. Numbers David N. Livingstone Hugh Richard SlottenThis volume in the highly respected Cambridge History of Science series is devoted to exploring the history of modern science using national, transnational, and global frames of reference. Organized by topic and culture, its essays by distinguished scholars offer the most comprehensive and up-to-date nondisciplinary history of modern science currently available. Essays are grouped together in separate sections that represent larger regions: Europe, Africa, the Middle East, South Asia, East and Southeast Asia, the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Oceania, and Latin America. Each of these regional groupings ends with a separate essay reflecting on the analysis in the preceding chapters. Intended to provide a balanced and inclusive treatment of the modern world, contributors analyze the history of science not only in local, national, and regional contexts but also with respect to the circulation of knowledge, tools, methods, people, and artifacts across national borders.
Cambridge IGCSE and O Level Computer Science Second Edition
by David Watson Helen WilliamsThis title is endorsed by Cambridge Assessment International Education to support the full syllabus for examination from 2023.Benefit from the knowledge of our renowned expert authors to navigate through the content of the updated Cambridge IGCSE™ and O Level Computer Science syllabuses (0478/0984/2210).- Develop computational thinking and problem-solving skills: clearly-explained concepts are followed by opportunities to implement in the programming language of choice.- Build an understanding of computer systems and associated technologies: carefully prepared worked examples explain new ideas alongside activities to test and consolidate.- Navigate the syllabus confidently: supplementary subject content is flagged clearly, with introductions to each topic outlining the learning objectives.- Satisfy curiosity: students are encouraged to deepen their knowledge and understanding of the subject with Extension Activities and Find Out More.- Consolidate skills and check understanding: self-assessment questions, activities and exam-style questions are embedded throughout the book, alongside key definitions of technical terms and a glossary.
Cambridge IGCSE and O Level Computer Science Second Edition
by David Watson Helen WilliamsThis title is endorsed by Cambridge Assessment International Education to support the full syllabus for examination from 2023.Benefit from the knowledge of our renowned expert authors to navigate through the content of the updated Cambridge IGCSE™ and O Level Computer Science syllabuses (0478/0984/2210).- Develop computational thinking and problem-solving skills: clearly-explained concepts are followed by opportunities to implement in the programming language of choice.- Build an understanding of computer systems and associated technologies: carefully prepared worked examples explain new ideas alongside activities to test and consolidate.- Navigate the syllabus confidently: supplementary subject content is flagged clearly, with introductions to each topic outlining the learning objectives.- Satisfy curiosity: students are encouraged to deepen their knowledge and understanding of the subject with Extension Activities and Find Out More.- Consolidate skills and check understanding: self-assessment questions, activities and exam-style questions are embedded throughout the book, alongside key definitions of technical terms and a glossary.Answers to the Student Book are available in Cambridge IGCSE and O Level Computer Science Teacher's Guide with Boost Subscription 9781398318502
Cambridge IGCSE and O Level Computer Science Study and Revision Guide Second Edition
by David Watson Helen WilliamsStretch yourself to achieve the highest grades, with structured syllabus coverage, varied exam-style questions and annotated sample answers, to help you to build the essential skill set for exam success.- Benefit from expert advice and tips on skills and knowledge from experienced subject authors- Target revision and focus on important concepts and skills with key objectives at the beginning of every chapter- Keep track of your own progress with a handy revision planner- Consolidate and apply your understanding with exam-style questions- Apply your understanding of theoretical content and practical skills with sample practice papers, written by the authors, at the end of the book and online.
Cambridge IGCSE and O Level Computer Science Study and Revision Guide Second Edition
by David Watson Helen WilliamsStretch yourself to achieve the highest grades, with structured syllabus coverage, varied exam-style questions and annotated sample answers, to help you to build the essential skill set for exam success.- Benefit from expert advice and tips on skills and knowledge from experienced subject authors- Target revision and focus on important concepts and skills with key objectives at the beginning of every chapter- Keep track of your own progress with a handy revision planner- Consolidate and apply your understanding with exam-style questions- Apply your understanding of theoretical content and practical skills with sample practice papers, written by the authors, at the end of the book and online.
Cambridge IGCSE Information and Communication Technology Study and Revision Guide Second Edition
by David Watson Graham BrownStretch yourself to achieve the highest grades, with structured syllabus coverage, varied exam-style questions and annotated sample answers, to help you to build the essential skill set for exam success.- Benefit from expert advice and tips on skills and knowledge from experienced subject authors- Target revision and focus on important concepts and skills with key objectives at the beginning of every chapter- Keep track of your own progress with a handy revision planner- Consolidate and apply your understanding of key content with exam-style questions- Apply your understanding of theoretical content and practical skills with sample practice papers, written by the authors, at the end of the book and online.
Cambridge IGCSE Information and Communication Technology Study and Revision Guide Second Edition
by David Watson Graham BrownStretch yourself to achieve the highest grades, with structured syllabus coverage, varied exam-style questions and annotated sample answers, to help you to build the essential skill set for exam success.- Benefit from expert advice and tips on skills and knowledge from experienced subject authors- Target revision and focus on important concepts and skills with key objectives at the beginning of every chapter- Keep track of your own progress with a handy revision planner- Consolidate and apply your understanding of key content with exam-style questions- Apply your understanding of theoretical content and practical skills with sample practice papers, written by the authors, at the end of the book and online.
Cambridge IGCSE Information and Communication Technology Third Edition
by David Watson Graham BrownThis title is endorsed by Cambridge Assessment International Education to support the full syllabus for examination from 2023. Written by renowned expert authors, our updated resources enable the learner to effectively navigate through the content of the updated Cambridge IGCSE™ Information and Communication Technology syllabuses (0417/0983).- Develop skills when working with documents, databases and presentations: detailed step-by-step guidance demonstrates precisely how to perform a full range of software skills.- Build an understanding of theory: concepts are carefully explained and consolidated with a range of different activities.- Tackle spreadsheets and website authoring with confidence: challenging ideas are fully exemplified, with plenty of opportunity to practice using embedded Tasks.- Navigate the syllabus confidently: learning content is clearly mapped to the syllabus, with introductions to each topic outlining the learning objectives.- Consolidate skills and check understanding: activities and exam-style questions are embedded throughout the book, alongside key definitions of technical terms and a Glossary.
Cambridge Illustrated Handbook of Optoelectronics and Photonics
by Safa Kasap Harry Ruda Yann BoucherThis book was first published in 2009. From fundamental concepts to cutting-edge applications, this is the first encyclopaedic reference of important terms and effects in optoelectronics and photonics. It contains broad coverage of terms and concepts from materials to optical devices and communications systems. Self-contained descriptions of common tools and phenomena are provided for undergraduate and graduate students, scientists, engineers and technicians in industry and laboratories. The book strikes a balance between materials and devices related coverage and systems level terms, and captures key nomenclature used in the field. Equations are used where necessary, and lengthy derivations are avoided. Over 600 clear and self-explanatory illustrations are used to help convey key concepts, and enable readers to quickly grasp important concepts.
Cambridge International AS Level Information Technology Student's Book
by Graham Brown Brian SargentOur AS Level student book is endorsed by Cambridge International to support the full syllabus for examination from 2022.Develop theoretical and practical IT skills with this comprehensive Student's Book written by experienced authors and examiners specially for the updated Cambridge International Education AS Level Information Technology syllabus (9626).- Improve understanding of concepts and terminology with clear explanations, labelled illustrations, photographs, diagrams, plus a glossary of key terms- Develop theoretical and practical skills with a range of exercises (multi choice through to discussion type questions), exam-style questions, step-by-step instructions and example answers that all ensure skills are developed alongside knowledge- Follow a structured route through the course with in-depth coverage of the full syllabusAlso available in the series:Cambridge International AS Level Information Technology Student Book eBook 9781398333932Cambridge International AS Level Information Technology Skills Workbook 9781510483064
Cambridge International AS Level Information Technology Student's Book Second Edition
by Graham Brown Brian SargentOur AS Level student book is endorsed by Cambridge International Education to support the full syllabus for examination from 2025.Develop theoretical and practical IT skills with this comprehensive Student's Book written by experienced authors and examiners specially for the updated Cambridge International Education AS Level Information Technology syllabus (9626).- Improve understanding of concepts and terminology with clear explanations, labelled illustrations, photographs, diagrams, plus a glossary of key terms- Develop theoretical and practical skills with a range of exercises (multi choice through to discussion type questions), exam-style questions, step-by-step instructions and example answers that all ensure skills are developed alongside knowledge- Follow a structured route through the course with in-depth coverage of the full syllabusAlso available in the series:Cambridge International AS Level Information Technology Student Book eBook 9781036005597Cambridge International AS Level Information Technology Skills Workbook 9781510483064
Cambridge International A Level Information Technology
by Brian GillinderWe are working with Cambridge Assessment International Education to gain endorsement for this title.Develop theoretical and practical IT skills with this comprehensive Student's Book written by experienced authors and examiners specially for the updated Cambridge International Education A Level Information Technology syllabus (9626).- Improve understanding of concepts and terminology with clear explanations, labelled illustrations, photographs, diagrams, plus a glossary of key terms- Develop theoretical and practical skills with a range of exercises (multi choice through to discussion type questions), exam-style questions, step-by-step instructions and example answers that all ensure skills are developed alongside knowledge- Follow a structured route through the course with in-depth coverage of the full syllabusAlso available in the series:Cambridge International AS Level Information Technology Student's Book 9781510483057 Cambridge International AS Level Information Technology Student eTextbook 9781510484429 Cambridge International AS Level Information Technology Whiteboard eTextbook 9781510484436Cambridge International AS Level Information Technology Skills Workbook 9781510483064Cambridge International A Level Information Technology Student eTextbook 9781398307018Cambridge International A Level Information Technology Whiteboard eTextbook 9781398307025Cambridge International A Level Information Technology Skills Workbook 9781398309029Cambridge International AS & A Level Information Technology Online Teacher's guide - coming soon
Cambridge International Trade and Economic Law: The Law, Economics and Politics of International Standardisation
by Panagiotis DelimatsisIn an era of increased reliance on private regulatory bodies and globalised economic activity, standardisation is the field where politics, technical expertise and strategic behaviour meet and interact. International standard-setting bodies exemplify the rise of transnational governance and the challenges that it brings about relating to institutional choice, legitimacy, procedural and substantive fairness or transparency. This book takes a more empirical-based approach focusing on the mechanics of international standard-setting. It constitutes a multidisciplinary inquiry into the foundations of international standard-setting, an empirically under-researched yet important area of international informal lawmaking. Contributors expertly examine the peculiarities of international standardisation in selected issue-areas and legal orders and shed light on the attributes of international standard-setters, allowing comparisons among standard-setting bodies with a view to identifying best practices and improve our understanding about standardisation processes.