Fundamental concepts and experimental methods for the transport of charged particles in various states of matter are explored, including detailed discussions on electrons, ions, positrons, and muons. The book highlights the relationship between microscopic interactions and macroscopic current measurements in non-equilibrium settings, providing a comprehensive understanding of these processes.
Set against the backdrop of the 1970s Turk and Caicos Islands, the narrative unfolds around the sailing yacht Fortunella III, which experiences a breakdown while navigating the region. Originally built in a Dutch shipyard for a wealthy Belgian merchant, the yacht had a glamorous past, sailing to the French Riviera and becoming part of an exclusive charter fleet of seven yachts, all named Fortunella. The story intertwines themes of adventure, intrigue, and the diverse lives of those drawn to the islands.
A major new biography of the Civil War general and American president, by the author of the New York Times bestseller, A. Lincoln. číst celé