ICONS From the World of science
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Title: Icons from the World of Science
Author: S. Ananthanarayanan
Publisher: Puffin Books
Language: English
Binding: Paperback
ISBN: 0143335596
Pages: 138
Published Year: 2004
Dimensions: 19 × 13 cm
Condition: Used – Good
Condition Note: Book is in good condition.
About the Book
Icons from the World of Science by S. Ananthanarayanan is an engaging introduction to the lives and achievements of some of history's greatest scientists whose discoveries transformed humanity's understanding of the natural world. Written in an accessible style, the book introduces young readers and general audiences to the remarkable individuals whose curiosity, perseverance, and innovation shaped modern science.
The book presents concise biographies of pioneering scientists from a wide range of disciplines, including physics, chemistry, biology, astronomy, and mathematics. Each chapter explores the life of a renowned scientific thinker, highlighting both personal struggles and groundbreaking discoveries that changed the course of human knowledge.
A central theme of the book is the spirit of scientific inquiry. Readers learn how observation, experimentation, imagination, and critical thinking enabled these extraordinary individuals to solve complex problems and expand the boundaries of scientific understanding. Their stories demonstrate that great discoveries often emerge through persistence and a willingness to challenge accepted ideas.
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Book Details
Title: Icons from the World of Science
Author: S. Ananthanarayanan
Publisher: Puffin Books
Language: English
Binding: Paperback
ISBN: 0143335596
Pages: 138
Published Year: 2004
Dimensions: 19 × 13 cm
Condition: Used – Good
Condition Note: Book is in good condition.
About the Book
Icons from the World of Science by S. Ananthanarayanan is an engaging introduction to the lives and achievements of some of history's greatest scientists whose discoveries transformed humanity's understanding of the natural world. Written in an accessible style, the book introduces young readers and general audiences to the remarkable individuals whose curiosity, perseverance, and innovation shaped modern science.
The book presents concise biographies of pioneering scientists from a wide range of disciplines, including physics, chemistry, biology, astronomy, and mathematics. Each chapter explores the life of a renowned scientific thinker, highlighting both personal struggles and groundbreaking discoveries that changed the course of human knowledge.
A central theme of the book is the spirit of scientific inquiry. Readers learn how observation, experimentation, imagination, and critical thinking enabled these extraordinary individuals to solve complex problems and expand the boundaries of scientific understanding. Their stories demonstrate that great discoveries often emerge through persistence and a willingness to challenge accepted ideas.
