Bibliograph

The science book, from Darwin to dark energy, 250 milestones in the history of science, edited by Clifford A. Pickover

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The science book, from Darwin to dark energy, 250 milestones in the history of science, edited by Clifford A. Pickover

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages 512-519) and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The science book

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1031458818

Responsibility statement

edited by Clifford A. Pickover

Series statement

Sterling milestones

Sub title

from Darwin to dark energy, 250 milestones in the history of science

Summary

"From astronomy to psychology, this beautifully illustrated chronology presents the most important and groundbreaking milestones in science. Award-winning author Cliff Pickover 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."--Publisher's website

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