In The Field With James Clerk Maxwell

Wednesday, April 13, 2011 - 13:10 in Astronomy & Space

Only a moment ago he asked Mrs. Murdoch to fetch his parents. Now all three are standing in the kitchen doorway, but he is watching the reflection that dances above the stove, across the ceiling. When he notices the adults, he mischievously flashes sunlight in their eyes. Mr. Maxwell squints and raises a hand to block the glare, but his voice is indulgent. "What are you up to now, Jamesie?" "It's the sun, papa. I got it in with this tin plate." read more

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