McGraw-Hill Encyclopedia of Science & Technology

by McGraw-Hill Education

No other single resource provides such a sweeping look or in-depth coverage of the major scientific and technological developments than The McGraw-Hill Encyclopedia of Science & Technology. This time-honored reading tradition is the most authoritative and comprehensive guide available to both known and new science. It offers well-illustrated, detailed coverage of the discoveries, breakthroughs, and milestones that have and continue to shape our lives and times. 7,500 articles covering more than 80 fields of science Hundreds of new contributors from around the world, more than 9,000 in all, including 25 Nobel Prize winners Extensively revised bibliographies for further study More than 12,000 digitally prepared illustrations, 16% brand new Study Guides, a Topical Index, and a 500+ page Analytical Index for fast access to information

15600 pages, Hardcover

First published April 16, 2002

About the author

McGraw-Hill Education traces its history back to 1888 when James H. McGraw, co-founder of the company, purchased the American Journal of Railway Appliances. He continued to add further publications, eventually establishing The McGraw Publishing Company in 1899. His co-founder, John A. Hill, had also produced several technical and trade publications and in 1902 formed his own business, The Hill Publishing Company.

In 1909 both men agreed upon an alliance and combined the book departments of their publishing companies into The McGraw-Hill Book Company. John Hill served as President, with James McGraw as Vice-President. 1917 saw the merger of the remaining parts of each business into The McGraw-Hill Publishing Company, Inc.