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The Cambridge Dictionary of Scientists - Couverture souple

Millar, David; Millar, John; Millar, Ian; Millar, Margaret

 
9780521567183: The Cambridge Dictionary of Scientists
Couverture souple
ISBN 10 : 0521567181 ISBN 13 : 9780521567183
Editeur : Cambridge University Press, 1996

Synopsis

The Cambridge Dictionary of Scientists is an invaluable one-stop reference book for anyone wanting a quick but reliable account of the life and work of those whose contributions have changed the course of science throughout history. This alphabetically organized, illustrated biographical dictionary covers over 1300 key scientists from more than 38 countries whose work has helped shape modern science. Fields covered include physics, chemistry, biology, geology, astronomy, mathematics, medicine, meteorology and technology - and special attention is paid to those pioneer women whose achievements and example opened the way to scientific careers for their fellow women. Interspersed with illustrations in the form of diagrams, maps and tables, and with special panel features, this book is a clear and accessible guide to the world's prominent scientific personalities.

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Présentation de l'éditeur

The Cambridge Dictionary of Scientists is an invaluable one-stop reference book for anyone wanting a quick but reliable account of the life and work of those whose contributions have changed the course of science throughout history. This alphabetically organized, illustrated biographical dictionary covers over 1300 key scientists from more than 38 countries whose work has helped shape modern science. Fields covered include physics, chemistry, biology, geology, astronomy, mathematics, medicine, meteorology and technology - and special attention is paid to those pioneer women whose achievements and example opened the way to scientific careers for their fellow women. Interspersed with illustrations in the form of diagrams, maps and tables, and with special panel features, this book is a clear and accessible guide to the world's prominent scientific personalities.

Revue de presse

'I thoroughly recommend this dictionary to anyone indexing in the sciences. Its small size belies its usefulness.' Sidelights

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Éditeur
Cambridge University Press
Date d'édition
1996
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
0521567181
ISBN 13 
9780521567183
Reliure
Broché
Nombre de pages
399
Coordonnées du fabricant
non disponible
Personne responsable
Avery
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