Scientists

by Meredith MacArdle, Emma Campbell, Jasmine Farsarakis

All over the globe, in every field, scientists have used experimental methods to explore and verify theories ranging from evolution to general relativity. Beginning with the Ancients, through the pioneers of the Scientific Revolution, to the remarkable and increasingly specialized scientists of the modern era, they have inspired legions of followers, some have generated fear, and many have made such an impact as to alter the course of history. Discover the life and work of more than 100 scientists. Find out where and when they lived, review their accomplishments, and understand how they transformed our world. An essential guide to 2,500 years of scientific endeavor. Learn about the many disciplines of science including astronomy, medicine, mathematics, optics, botany, geology, chemistry, physics, biology, and genetics. See scientists in the context of their times. Includes highlights of each scientist’s life and work, and an analysis of their contribution and legacy.

Genres: Science, History, Biography

Hardcover

First published January 1, 2008

Reviews

[Tyler]

This book gives a great understanding of what the greatest scientists in history altered. If you are interested in learning about past scientists like Albert Einstein, Benjamin Franklin, Louis Pasteur and etc. If you were to read should should expect a lot of reading. This book explains 126 scientists and what they accomplished so you should be reading this book for a while but as I said if you want to know about these scientists that have changed the course of history then this book you should consider reading this book.