Have you wondered why the sky is blue? Why the sunset is red? How hummingbirds show us their many colors? Why the road ahead sometimes seems to have water on it, when it does not? Have you wondered how telescopes work to give a magnified image of distant objects? How do microscopes provide a magnified image of close objects? How do spectroscopes, eye glasses, cameras, binoculars, and similar instruments work? How do the simple rear view mirrors in cars dim and provide wide fields of view? In this book, William L. Wolfe attempts to describe many of the natural phenomena caused by light, and the optical devices that use it in terms everyone can understand.

One of the best Ophthalmology books of all time" - BookAuthorityThis book is an invaluable revision tool for students studying Optics or revising for Optics and Refraction Exams. The format of the book is simple yet effective with clear, concise explanations often in bulleted lists or in the form of helpful mnemonics and therefore easy to memorise. The simple but magnified ray diagrams are particularly useful as the simple structure makes them easy to visualise. This guide offers a quick review of all aspects of optics covered in most post-graduate examinations. I highly recommend this excellent guide as a quick review aid. -Dr Aman Kirmani, Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist, Royal Surrey County Hospital, Guildford, Surrey, England. Optics is considered by many to be a complex concept to comprehend. Optics made easy, as the name stands has made Optics an easy to remember. Dr. Zubaida Sirang has utilized creativity and intelligent strategies for high yield topics to be recollected with ease and efficiency. A quick, effective and enjoyable book, which I would recommend to every student of optics for a review of this subject.- Dr. Irfan Jeeva, Asst: Professor & Service Line Chief (EYE & ENT), Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan.There are plenty of books available on optics which is actually considered as a difficult and dry subject. Dr. Zubaida Sirang has made a wonderful effort in order to present the subject in the form of easy to remember mnemonics, pearls and tips which can facilitate the residents to easily recall the facts in examinations. The book is a perfect companion as a last moment revision of the subject.- Brig. Amjad Akram, Consultant Ophthalmologist, Pakistan Armed Forces Institute Of Ophthalmology, Rawalpindi, Pakistan. A clear & concise review of a core topic. Helpful for new trainees and experienced clinicians alike.-Dr. Kirk Stephenson, Specialist Registrar, Ophthalmology, RVEEH Dublin, Ireland.Concise, nicely written and easy to understand book of optics. The knowledge nuggets, ray diagrams and mnemonics seem to be particularly helpful for memorising important points. I highly recommend this incredible book. - Nashmia Riaz, MD. Texas, USAThis book enjoys a high degree of organization, an easy way to find topic, and a step by step approach. It provides a great help for questions that are frequently asked in optics. When I began reading the book I was impressed by the great effort and patience the author had to endure to bring life to her wonderful creation. I believe this book will be a great help and wonderful aid for candidates taking their exam in Ophthalmology.- Dr. Farheen Fatima, UAE. Precise, yet very comprehensive in a simple display. I specifically admire the mnemonics which are creative and easy to remember. I think, it's an ideal book for last minute review of optics.- Dr. Doa Essayed, Senior Registrar Ophthalmology Sligo, Ireland

The clearest and most complete non-mathematical study of light available—with updated material and a new chapter on digital photography. Finally, a book on the physics of light that doesn’t require advanced mathematics to understand. Seeing the Light is the most accessible and comprehensive study of optics and light on the market. With a focus on conceptual study, Seeing the Light leaves the heavy-duty mathematics behind, instead using practical analogies and simple empirical experiments to teach the material. Each chapter is a self-contained lesson, making it easy to learn about specific optical concepts without having to read the whole book over. Inside you’ll find clear and easy-to-understand explanations of topics including: Processes of vision and the eye Atmospherical optical phenomena Color perception and illusions Color in nature and in art Digital photography Holography And more Diagrams, photos, and illustrations help bring difficult concepts to life, and optional sections at the ends of chapters explore the more advanced aspects of each topic. A truly one-of-a-kind book for physics students and teachers, this updated edition of Seeing the Light is not to be missed.

Optics—a field of physics focusing on the study of light—is also central to many areas of biology, including vision, ecology, botany, animal behavior, neurobiology, and molecular biology. The Optics of Life introduces the fundamentals of optics to biologists and nonphysicists, giving them the tools they need to successfully incorporate optical measurements and principles into their research. Sönke Johnsen starts with the basics, describing the properties of light and the units and geometry of measurement. He then explores how light is created and propagates and how it interacts with matter, covering topics such as absorption, scattering, fluorescence, and polarization. Johnsen also provides a tutorial on how to measure light as well as an informative discussion of quantum mechanics. The Optics of Life features a host of examples drawn from nature and everyday life, and several appendixes that offer further practical guidance for researchers. This concise book uses a minimum of equations and jargon, explaining the basic physics of light in a succinct and lively manner. It is the essential primer for working biologists and for anyone seeking an accessible introduction to optics.

This text presents the history of the development of fibre optic technology, explaining the scientific challenges that needed to be overcome, the range of applications and future potential for this fundamental communications technology.

A complete basic undergraduate course in modern optics for students in physics, technology, and engineering. The first half deals with classical physical optics; the second, quantum nature of light. Solutions.

The text is a comprehensive and up-to-date introduction to optics suitable for one- or two-term intermediate and upper level undergraduate physics and engineering students. The reorganized table of contents provides instructors the flexibility to tailor the chapters to meet their individual needs.