Science and Controversy - (MacMillan Science) 2nd Edition by A Meadows (Hardcover)
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- Sir Norman Lockyer left Nature, the world's leading scientific journal, as his lasting memorial.
- About the Author: Jack Meadows was formerly Professor of Astronomy and of the History of Science at Leicester University, UK.
- 352 Pages
- Science, History
- Series Name: MacMillan Science
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Book Synopsis
Sir Norman Lockyer left Nature, the world's leading scientific journal, as his lasting memorial. But his life, and controversial theories, are an important part of science history. His ideas were at the forefront of public debate, and ranged from brilliant to perverse. This entertaining book is a fascinating insight into his eventful lifeReview Quotes
'Meadows's biography constitutes an important, absorbing and eminently readable narrative of Lockyer's role in transforming the practice and social organization of late Victorian science.' - Zaheer Baber, Nature
'This book, now republished after 30 years, is well researched and well written throughout, giving an excellent glimpse into the life of an eminent Victorian scientist.' - John Uttin, Chemistry World
About the Author
Jack Meadows was formerly Professor of Astronomy and of the History of Science at Leicester University, UK. He is now Emeritus Professor of Information Science at Loughborough University, UK.
Dimensions (Overall): 9.3 Inches (H) x 6.2 Inches (W) x 1.1 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.5 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 352
Genre: Science
Sub-Genre: History
Series Title: MacMillan Science
Publisher: Palgrave MacMillan
Format: Hardcover
Author: A Meadows
Language: English
Street Date: September 12, 2008
TCIN: 1006378531
UPC: 9780230220201
Item Number (DPCI): 247-10-4589
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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