Science in the Twentieth Century
Editorial Reviews
Graham Farmelo, The Science Museum, London
"...an ambitious and laudable attempt to make the best thinking about the history of modern science accessible to scientists.."
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The history of science in the twentieth century is one of the most exciting fields currently under development. Science in the Twentieth Century is a substantial, authoritative volume, demonstrating incisive and well-researched writing, as well as the formidable accomplishments of scienceitself. Readers will gain insight into how new organizations, enormously increased funding, refined laboratory procedures, new technology, andwarfare have decisively shaped how science is practiced today.
With over forty chapters, written by leading scholars, this comprehensive volume represents the best work in America, Europe, and Asia.Geographical diversity of the authors is reflected in the different perspectives devoted to the subject, and all major disciplinary developments arecovered. There are also sections concerning the countries that have made the most significant contributions, the relationship between science andindustry, the importance of instrumentation, and the cultural influence of scienti
Science in the Twentieth Century
Science in the Twentieth Century,John Krige,Taylor & Francis,9057021722,20th century,History,History Of Science,Science,Science/Mathematics,ASIA,Europe,Science / General,USA
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