Published from 1955-1988, the articles are written by eminent physicists and are authoritative for the time that they were written. Many early articles are in German, newer articles are in English, and some are in French. 55 volumes in 78 parts including indexes. Macmillan Encyclopedia of Physics. A 4-volume encyclopedia covering all areas of physics from basic to advanced topics including theoretical and applied physics.
Articles range in length from a half page to several pages.
Contains a glossary, cross-references, bibliographies, and an index. A resource containing brief biographies of physicists, both living and deceased. Includes a glossary and an index to topics studied by the subjects. Dictionary of Scientific Biography. This multi-volume resource has numerous essays on physicists from all periods of history.