| The Science Book: From Darwin to Dark Energy, 250 Milestones in the History of Science Contributor(s): Pickover, Clifford A. (Editor) |
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ISBN: 1454930063 ISBN-13: 9781454930068 Publisher: Union Square & Co. OUR PRICE: $28.45 Product Type: Hardcover Published: November 2018 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Science | Reference - Science | History |
| Dewey: 509 |
| Series: Sterling Milestones |
| Physical Information: 1.4" H x 7.6" W x 8.75" (3.10 lbs) 528 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: From astronomy to psychology, this beautifully illustrated chronology presents the most important and groundbreaking milestones in science. Award-winning author Cliff Pickover (The Math Book, The Physics Book, and The Medical Book) gathers into one fully illustrated volume the most important thinkers and ideas in the history of science. This unique omnibus edition includes 250 thoughtfully selected entries from many of the science-based books in the Sterling Milestones series, including math, physics, medicine, biology, chemistry, engineering, psychology, and space. With a new introduction by Pickover explaining how this impressive collection was curated, The Science Book showcases humanity's greatest achievements and provides readers with a sense of wonder at the diversity of scientific discovery. |