Scientific Papers
Scientific Papers by Samuel Bruce McLaren, published by Cambridge University Press on December 19, 2013, is a posthumous compilation that presents key aspects of McLaren’s work, including his Adams Prize-winning essay and other significant papers. This edition spans 122 pages and is written in English, offering insights into the contributions of McLaren, an Australian mathematician and mathematical physicist who passed away during World War I.
Readers will find a detailed exploration of topics such as mechanics, dynamics, and electricity, alongside a historical context that highlights McLaren’s impact on the field of science. The book also includes an obituary notice and a biographical appreciation, providing a comprehensive view of McLaren’s legacy. This work serves as a valuable resource for those interested in the intersections of mathematics, physics, and the history of science.
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Samuel Bruce McLaren (1876-1916) was an Australian mathematician and mathematical physicist, and joint winner of the Adams Prize in 1913. Originally published in 1925, this book presents a description of the main aspects of McLaren’s Adams Prize-winning essay, together with other accounts of papers and a selection of reprinted papers where necessary. The text was compiled posthumously following McLaren’s early death during the Battle of the Somme. An obituary notice and a biographical appreciation of McLaren are also included. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in mathematics, physics and the history of science.
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