The Journey of Science, Second Edition

Author: Wu Guosheng
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Publish Date: 2007-02-09
Features: This book is an excellent work that examines the history of scientific development from a broad humanistic perspective. Through vivid and passionate narratives of scientists' lives and the processes of scientific discoveries, it provides insightful commentary on the significance and value of each major technological advancement in human civilization's development chain. It also elucidates the continuous deepening of humanity's cosmic and worldview in the process of understanding nature. Additionally, with the help of numerous exquisite and engaging images, it grandly yet vividly portrays the five-thousand-year history of scientific development in human civilization. Compared to the first edition, the second edition has increased the text by 100,000 words, added 800 more images, supplemented references and a name index, making the content richer, more accessible, and the design more exquisite.