The Life And Discoveries Of Michael Faraday (1920) : Kessinger Publishing : 9781164150015 : 1164150014 : 10 Sep 2010 : The Life And Discoveries Of Michael Faraday is a biography of the famous English scientist Michael Faraday, written by James Arnold Crowther and published in 1920. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Faraday's life, from his humble beginnings as the son of a blacksmith to his rise as one of the most influential scientists of the 19th century. The book covers Faraday's early years, including his apprenticeship with a bookbinder and his introduction to science through attending lectures at the Royal Institution in London. It then delves into his groundbreaking research in the fields of electricity and magnetism, which led to the development of the first electric motor and generator. Throughout the book, Crowther explores Faraday's personal life, including his marriage to Sarah Barnard and his deep religious beliefs, which often conflicted with his scientific di