ELECTRICITY IN YOUR LIFE

by Irving Adler ‧ RELEASE DATE: March 23, 1965

Mr. Adler's efforts to teach the basics of electricity result in the usual admirable introduction. In addition to the explanation of the nature of electricity, its discovery and history, there are a number of chapters devoted to exactly how various electrical instruments work. From the relatively simple electric bell to the telephone, from the innards of an electric lamp to the principles of radar, the chapters are short and illustrated with clear, labelled line drawings. Among the other difficult matters explained simply are the distinction between alternating and direct currents, the construction of a generator and a transformer and a short discussion of electricity in space. Vivid examples of the practical applications of electricity and its control spark a readable, useful book.

Pub Date: March 23, 1965

ISBN: N/A

Page Count: -

Publisher: John Day

Review Posted Online: N/A

Kirkus Reviews Issue: March 1, 1965

Categories: NONFICTION