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In this well-written biography...the life of Nobel Prize-winning chemist Linus Pauling proves a captivating and inspiring story. --Kirkus Reviews<br> This well-written biography...is truly a portrait of a 'scientific giant.' Pauling's research achievements in chemistry, physics, biology, and medicine are clearly discussed in relation to his life...fine coverage... The extensive list of further reading by and about the Nobel Prize winner and his political and scientific interests will be useful to students stimulated by this engaging title. --School Library Journal<br> The author... has done an excellent job in capturing the essence of this complex and controversial genius in a single slim, highly readable volume.... This book is easy to read, is well illustrated, and contains a useful compilation of further readings. I recommend it highly. --Science Books & Films<br> A contemporary, insightful, and honest portrayal... Hager intertwines details of Pauling's personal life...with a readable retelling of his numerous scientific accomplishments. --The Horn Book Guide<br>

<br> In this well-written biography...the life of Nobel Prize-winning chemist Linus Pauling proves a captivating and inspiring story. --Kirkus Reviews<p><br> This well-written biography...is truly a portrait of a 'scientific giant.' Pauling's research achievements in chemistry, physics, biology, and medicine are clearly discussed in relation to his life...fine coverage... The extensive list of further reading by and about the Nobel Prize winner and his political and scientific interests will be useful to students stimulated by this engaging title. --School Library Journal<p><br> The author... has done an excellent job in capturing the essence of this complex and controversial genius in a single slim, highly readable volume.... This book is easy to read, is well illustrated, and contains a useful compilation of further readings. I recommend it highly. --Science Books &Films<p><br> A contemporary, insightful, and honest portrayal... Hager intertwines details of Pauling's personal life...

In this well-written biography...the life of Nobel Prize-winning chemist Linus Pauling proves a captivating and inspiring story. --Kirkus Reviews This well-written biography...is truly a portrait of a 'scientific giant.' Pauling's research achievements in chemistry, physics, biology, and medicine are clearly discussed in relation to his life...fine coverage... The extensive list of further reading by and about the Nobel Prize winner and his political and scientific interests will be useful to students stimulated by this engaging title. --School Library Journal The author... has done an excellent job in capturing the essence of this complex and controversial genius in a single slim, highly readable volume.... This book is easy to read, is well illustrated, and contains a useful compilation of further readings. I recommend it highly. --Science Books & Films A contemporary, insightful, and honest portrayal... Hager intertwines details of Pauling's personal life...with a readable retelling of his numerous scientific accomplishments. --The Horn Book Guide

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