The Book of Science: 250 Great Scientific Discoveries That Have Influenced Human History

Author: Peter Taylor
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Publish Date: 2004-03-01
Features: This is an excellent popular science book with illustrations, suitable for general readers. Written by a group of renowned scientists and science writers from around the world, it selects 250 representative and milestone scientific discoveries in human history (from 35,000 BC to 2000 AD). These discoveries not only changed science itself but also influenced people's thinking, covering numerous disciplines such as mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, astronomy, geology, medicine, psychology, archaeology, and paleoanthropology. The book not only describes the facts of specific scientific discoveries but also explores the underlying ideas that guided them, highlighting the connection between personal qualities and scientific thought. By reading this book, readers can receive a pleasant and effortless science education, preparing them to confidently face the challenges of the 21st century.