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Science Year by Year: The Ultimate Visual Guide to the Discoveries That Changed the World

Hardback

Main Details

Title Science Year by Year: The Ultimate Visual Guide to the Discoveries That Changed the World
Authors and Contributors      By (author) DK
By (author) Robert Winston
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:400
Dimensions(mm): Height 288,Width 242
Category/GenreHistory of science
ISBN/Barcode 9781409316138
ClassificationsDewey:509
Audience
Tertiary Education (US: College)
Professional & Vocational

Publishing Details

Publisher Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Imprint DK
Publication Date 1 October 2013
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

Ultimate guide to the discoveries that changed the world From the wheel to the worldwide web, our planet has been transformed by science. Now you can travel through time to experience centuries of invention and innovation on this spectacular visual voyage of discovery. ? Starting in ancient times and ending up in the modern world, you'll explore scientific history showcased in stunning images and captivating text. An easy-to-follow illustrated timeline runs throughout the book, keeping you informed of big breakthroughs and key developments. Get to grips with revolutionary ideas like measuring time or check out amazing artefacts like flying machines. Great geniuses, including Marie Curie, Albert Einstein, and Charles Darwin are introduced alongside their most important ideas and inventions, all shown in glorious detail.? Hundreds of pages of history are covered in Science Year by Year, with global coverage of scientific advances. Whether you're joining in with eureka moments, inspecting engines, or learning about evolution, all aspects of science are covered from the past, present, and future.