National Geographic Concise History of Science and Invention: An Illustrated Time Line
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| Rating | : | 4.68 (577 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1426205449 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 352 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-03-21 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Completing this comprehensive approach, an extensive glossary explains unfamiliar terms, and a detailed index makes it a simple matter to follow a particular field or process from its origin through its complete cross-cultural evolution. From the ancient conquest of fire and the first turn of a wheel to the latest in scientific leaps toward the stars, this easy-access history offers a panoramic perspective on humankind’s restless quest for the laws, theories, and tools by which we can grasp and master our universe.This concise, concentrated, consistently organized look at our species’ key scientific and innovative achievements spans all human history, presenting ten distinct eras from the first glimmers of intelligence to the cutting-edge technologies of the modern world. Special two-page feature spreads explore the most revolutionary developments in greater depth; compelling, expertly composed essays and memorable quotations add sparkle; and informative sidebars provide specifically focused items of information about p
The time line forms the bulk of the book, and content is organized by era; by region (Europe, the Americas, Asia and Oceania, Africa and the Middle East); and by the categories “Astronomy and Math,” “Biology and Medicine,” “Physical Sciences,” “Engineering and Inventions,” and “World Events.” This arrangement makes it easy to compare, for example, discoveries in biology and medicine around the globe, 1735–1749. The topical essays and wonderful photos and illustrations make this source useful as a circulating book as well as a reference book. For example, the last sidebar discusses the Large Hadron Collider in Geneva, Switzerland. Special essays on important people (such as Benjamin Franklin) or discoveries (such
Fascinating Book, Even For Non-Science People This wonderfully illustrated, well-organized book may win over even the least scientifically minded. For people interested in science and invention, it provides hours of fascination. The drawings, photographs and timelines are interesting and beautiful. The writing style is lively and interesting, much more accessible than any standard science textbook. If I were teaching science to kids, I would use this book. It captivated both my 9-year-old daughter and me.The short vignettes on each page that described a famous scientist or inventor were especially interesting. Thei. Robert Cowper said Amazing coffee table book. Let me get this out of the way first, this IS NOT a book that you will just "pick up" and readit's meant to be a coffee table bookif you're hoping to start at page 1, read through and know everything about science and invention, look for another title!!!I haven't, obviously, read the book from cover to cover, but have poked and prodded around aimlessly and have enjoyed it thoroughlysome of the stuff is superfluous and has no bearing on our lives (does it matter when Voltaire wrote Candide? Not really, the important part is that he did), but if you're a fun fact and *use. A keeper! This lovely book is a treasure trove of information in a very usable, accessible form including geographic location, time line & same page comparison with science & inventions in other areas during the same time frame. Very readable & lavishly illustrateda book to have as a ready reference and/or a fine gift.