A Dictionary of Scientists (Oxford Paperback Reference)

Oxford University Press and Oxford and Daintith, John and Gjertsen, Research Fellow Derek

ISBN 10: 0192800868 / ISBN 13: 9780192800862

Published by Oxford Paperbacks, 1999

About this Item

Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. The book is perfectly readable and fit for use, although it shows signs of previous ownership. The spine is likely creased and the cover scuffed or slightly torn. Textbooks will typically have an amount of underlining and/or highlighting, as well as notes. If this book is over 5 years old, then please expect the pages to be yellowing or to have age spots. Aged book. Tanned pages and age spots, however, this will not interfere with reading.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: A Dictionary of Scientists (Oxford Paperback Reference)
• Publisher: Oxford Paperbacks
• Publication Date: 1999
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0192800868
• ISBN 13: 9780192800862
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Used; Acceptable

About this title

Synopsis

From Archimedes and Copernicus to Stephen Hawking and Stephen Jay Gould, this is the most authoritative and up-to-date biographical dictionary of scientists currently available. Featuring over 1,300 entries, spanning over 2,500 years, this book covers all areas of science, from physics and astronomy to medicine and ecology, including key figures in the fields of mathematics and technology. Offering clear explanations of the science itself as well as its historical significance, the Dictionary includes coverage of all Nobel Laureates in physics, chemistry, physiology, and medicine, in addition to a comprehensive index of topics, and extensive network of cross-references to related entries.
Compact, comprehensive, and crammed full of useful facts throughout, A Dictionary of Scientists will be an essential reference for scientists, students, and anyone with a general interest in science.