In 1,195 biographical, sketches, arranged in chronological order of birth, a wealth of facts and anecdotes illuminates the contribution made by each individual to the world of science.
The index lists hundreds of scientific topics plus the names of individuals other than the subjects of the biographies, which are shown in an alphabetical list at the front of the book.
Hailed as 'a genius' by the New York Tim es, this worldfamous science writer makes his subject intelligible and fascinating to Everyman with a book that is unique in its content, width and range.
In 1,195 biographical, sketches, arranged in chronological order of birth, a wealth of facts and anecdotes illuminates the contribution made by each individual to the world of science.
The index lists hundreds of scientific topics plus the names of individuals other than the subjects of the biographies, which are shown in an alphabetical list at the front of the book.
Hailed as 'a genius' by the New York Tim es, this worldfamous science writer makes his subject intelligible and fascinating to Everyman with a book that is unique in its content, width and range.