9781334344299 - An Essay on the Tides: Theory of the Two Forces (Classic Reprint) de Wilcocks, Alexander (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a new theory of tides that challenges the prevailing Newtonian model and offers a more comprehensive explanation of tidal phenomena. The author meticulously examines the forces at play, including the gravitational pull of the moon and the centrifugal force created by the Earth's rotation. Through mathematical analysis and logical reasoning, the theory demonstrates that two forcesâ"not one, as previously believedâ"cause the rise and fall of the tides. This groundbreaking work sheds new light on a natural phenomenon that has fascinated scientists for centuries, providing a deeper understanding of the intricate relationship between the Earth, the moon, and the tides that shape our planet's oceans. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.