Biographies of Distinguished Scientific Men, Vol. 2 (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Kroeh, Charles Frederick

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 144009537X ISBN 13 : 9781440095375

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Biographies of Distinguished Scientific Men gathers portraits and life stories of pivotal figures who shaped science, from early schooling to major breakthroughs. Readable and framed for a general audience, it offers a window into how curiosity, education, and perseverance built modern science.

This edition traces the lives of notable thinkers through childhood, training, and the events that defined their work. It blends biographical detail with accessible explanations of their ideas, helping readers understand both the people and the ideas that changed technology and theory.

• Compact, narrative biographies of Carnot, Fresnel, Young, Watt, and others


• Insights into childhood, education, and the path to scientific achievement


• Plain-language explanations of key concepts like light, polarization, and the steam engine


• Context on how personal character and societal factors shaped scientific progress

Ideal for readers who enjoy clear biographical sketches that connect personal stories with scientific ideas and their real‑world impact.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 144009537X
• ISBN 13: 9781440095375
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 507
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