The story of science - power, proof and passion
This book accompanies the BBC series of the same name and explores the history of science from ancient times to the present day. Tracing the breakthroughs in every area of science, explaining the pioneering theories and showing how the discoveries were powerfully shaped by both the world outside the laboratories and the personalities of the scientists themselves, the book reveals the role of rivalry, power, influence and chance in how science has changed our world.
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