Roemer and Bradley and the Velocity of Light

""Roemer And Bradley And The Velocity Of Light"" by Sir Oliver Lodge is a non-fiction book that explores the history of the measurement of the velocity of light. The book focuses on the contributions of two astronomers, Ole Roemer and James Bradley, who made groundbreaking discoveries in the 17th and 18th centuries respectively. Roemer was the first to accurately measure the speed of light by observing the moons of Jupiter, while Bradley discovered the phenomenon of aberration, which helped to refine the measurement of the velocity of light. Sir Oliver Lodge provides a detailed account of the experiments and discoveries of these two scientists, as well as their impact on the scientific community and the development of modern physics. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both novice readers and those with a background in science. Overall, ""Roemer And Bradley And The Velocity Of Light"" is a fascinating exploration of the history of science and the contributions of two remarkable astronomers.THIS 28 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Pioneers of Science, by Sir Oliver Lodge. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766135004.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.