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Companion Encyclopedia of Science in the Twentieth Century
Contributor(s): Krige, John (Editor), Pestre, Dominique (Editor)
ISBN: 1138151955     ISBN-13: 9781138151956
Publisher: Routledge
OUR PRICE:   $178.20  
Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats
Published: September 2016
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BISAC Categories:
- Science | History
- History | Modern - 20th Century
Dewey: 509.04
Physical Information: (3.99 lbs) 978 pages
Themes:
- Chronological Period - 20th Century
 
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Publisher Description:

With over forty chapters, written by leading scholars, this comprehensive volume represents the best work in America, Europe and Asia. Geographical diversity of the authors is reflected in the different perspectives devoted to the subject, and all major disciplinary developments are covered.
There are also sections concerning the countries that have made the most significant contributions, the relationship between science and industry, the importance of instrumentation, and the cultural influence of scientific modes of thought. Students and professionals will come to appreciate how, and why, science has developed - as with any other human activity, it is subject to the dynamics of society and politics.