Timelines of Science by Leo Ball and Patricia Fara

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Timelines of Science

Name: Timelines of Science
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Author: Leo Ball, Patricia Fara
ISBN: 9780744060171

From Fossils to Quantum Physics

By Leo Ball and Patricia Fara

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Part of DK Children's Timelines

Category: Children's Nonfiction | Children's Middle Grade Books

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Oct 04, 2022 | ISBN 9780744060171 | 9-12 years

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About Timelines of Science

Explore spectacular visual timelines that tell the story of science, from fossils to quantum physics, and discover exactly how science has changed the world – one discovery at a time.

SI Timelines of Science takes you on an astonishing journey through history, showing how dedication, disasters, and eureka moments have brought us antibiotics, electricity, space exploration, and so much more!

Packed with fascinating facts, amazing images, and some seriously staggering science, this science history book shows how thousands of years of human endeavor have expanded our knowledge and shaped our lives. Find out why the fruitless search for a potion of eternal life led to the birth to chemistry. See how the invention of magnifying lenses opened new windows into the cosmos and microcosmos. And learn how happy accidents led to the discovery of X-rays, batteries, pulsars, and even the big bang.

Dive deep into the pages of this sublime science book to discover:

Timeline features show how scientific ideas developed over time
Easy-to-read explanations of general science topics, such as the life cycle of a star or the history of Earth’s changing climate
Supporting boxes explain modern scientific concepts, adding educational value and aiding understanding
Feature spreads highlight specific breakthroughs, with the story presented as running text in a newspaper-style layout
Biographies showcase the lives of key men and women who reshaped scientific thought

SI Timelines of Science is not just about science – it’s also a book about people! The stories of discovery are told through the lives of extraordinary men and women who often dared to challenge conventional wisdom in their trailblazing pursuit of scientific truth.

Filled with dazzling illustrations, spectacular photography, and easy-to-follow storytelling, Timelines of Science is guaranteed to capture the imagination of children and adults of all ages and abilities.
A must-have volume for children 9+ interested in science, technology, and invention, doubling up as the perfect gift to for budding scientists, SI Timelines of Science is sure to delight.

About Timelines of Science

From the wheel to the worldwide web, our planet has been transformed by science.

Now you can travel through time to experience centuries of invention and innovation on this spectacular visual voyage of discovery.

Starting in ancient times and ending up in the modern world, you’ll explore scientific history showcased in stunning images and captivating text. An easy-to-follow illustrated timeline runs throughout the ebook, keeping you informed of big breakthroughs and key developments. Get to grips with revolutionary ideas like measuring time or check out amazing artifacts like flying machines. Great geniuses, including Marie Curie, Albert Einstein, and Charles Darwin are introduced alongside their most important ideas and inventions, all shown in glorious detail.??

Hundreds of pages of history are covered in Timelines of Science, with global coverage of scientific advances. Whether you’re joining in with eureka moments, inspecting engines, or learning about evolution, all aspects of science are covered from the past, present, and future.