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The Short Story of Science is a new introduction to the complete subject of science. Covering 60 key experiments, from Archimedes' investigations of buoyancy to the discovery of dark matter, and then linking these to the history of science, as well as to the key theories and methods, the book simplifies and explains all the key breakthroughs.

Accessible and concise, generously illustrated throughout, and with all the essential information presented without jargon, readers are given all the tools they need to enjoy the fascinating history of scientific knowledge.

The Short Story of Science: A Pocket Guide to Key

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    A Paperback / softback by Tom Jackson, Mark Fletcher

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      Publisher Orion Publishing Co
      Published 17 March 2022
      ISBN-13 9781913947880
      978-1913947880
      ISBN-10 1913947882
      Also in:
      Science & Nature Popular science Books by Tom Jackson

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      The Short Story of Science is a new introduction to the complete subject of science. Covering 60 key experiments, from Archimedes' investigations of buoyancy to the discovery of dark matter, and then linking these to the history of science, as well as to the key theories and methods, the book simplifies and explains all the key breakthroughs.

      Accessible and concise, generously illustrated throughout, and with all the essential information presented without jargon, readers are given all the tools they need to enjoy the fascinating history of scientific knowledge.

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