First published in 1998 and with over 6500 A-Z entries covering earth and life sciences, physics, chemistry, technology, medicine, IT and much more, this is the complete guide for the non-specialist, GCSE or A-level student. It is fully illustrated including diagrams, tables and photographs.
Philip’s is one of Britain’s best-known map, atlas & reference book publishers. George Philip (1800–1882) a Scottish cartographer, was founder of the publishing house George Philip & Son Ltd., now known as Philip's.