| Science in the Twentieth Century Contributor(s): Krige, John (Editor), Pestre, Dominique (Editor) |
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ISBN: 9057021722 ISBN-13: 9789057021725 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $403.75 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: August 1997 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Science - Reference - History |
| Dewey: 509.04 |
| LCCN: 98109318 |
| Physical Information: 2" H x 8" W x 10" (4.76 lbs) 978 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| 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. |
