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OverviewWith a foreword by Simon Singh this breathtaking book features 250 of the most significant milestones in the history of scientific discovery, offering a unique perspective on our unfolding view of the universe from the origins of counting and the concept of 'zero' to cloned cells and the human genome. A beautifully simple design complements short, lucid essays on each breakthrough, placed next to the most striking images available. Now in a new easy-to-handle format, this is the most unique science book ever published - the first truly accessible, fully illustrated story of science, with special contributions from leading scientists and science writers. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Peter TallackPublisher: Orion Publishing Co Imprint: Weidenfeld Nicolson Illustrated Edition: New edition Dimensions: Width: 18.70cm , Height: 3.10cm , Length: 21.60cm Weight: 1.279kg ISBN: 9781841882543ISBN 10: 1841882542 Pages: 544 Publication Date: 14 October 2004 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Out of Print Availability: In Print Limited stock is available. It will be ordered for you and shipped pending supplier's limited stock. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationPeter Tallack studied Genetics at University College, London before joining the editorial staff of the international science journal Nature in 1989. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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