The Solvay Councils and the Birth of Modern Physics (Science Networks. Historical Studies)
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The Solvay Councils, called since 1911 by the eminent Belgian industrialist Ernest Solvay, have had a major impact on the birth and development of modern physics, especially quantum and nuclear physics.
This book tells this story through the lively presentation of the reports and warm debates taking place in what Einstein called a "witches Sabbath". It introduces the reader to the very content of the discussions and the general context in physics and society.
Most of the contributions were presented at an international Colloquium held in Brussels in 1995, which extends the content of a first edition of this book, published in French. The book is abundantly illustrated, including numerous original documents.
Series: Science Networks: Historical Studies, Vol. 22
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Presents an account of the reports and spirited debates taking place in what Albert Einstein called a - witches Sabbath. Introduces the reader to the basic content of the discussions and their general relevance to physics and to society.
The Solvay Councils and the Birth of Modern Physics (Science Networks. Historical Studies),Pierre Marage,Grégoire Wallenborn,Birkhauser,3764357053,General,History,History Of Physics,Physics,Quantum Theory,Science,Science/Mathematics,Solvay Conference on Physics,Atomic & molecular physics,History of science,Science / General,Solvay-Konferenzen 1911-1933
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