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In An Illustrated History of Science Mary Cruse takes readers on a fascinating journey through the evolution of this discipline in its many strands. Throughout the centuries our conception of what constitutes 'science' has developed hugely - from ancient natural philosophers and medieval alchemists to Renaissance scholars and Enlightenment reformers. Modern science evokes images of bubbling test tubes and spotless lab coats but this limited perception inhibits us in truly understanding the progress of science throughout history. Cruse does not fall into this trap. Learn about the development of agricultural tools the study of weather patterns mapmaking mathematics and modern geology. Delve into the cutting-edge science of the 21st century - genetic engineering artificial intelligence sustainable energy projects. Cruse even speculates on which breakthroughs are yet to come...

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Author:   Mary Cruse
Publisher:   Arcturus Publishing Ltd
Imprint:   Arcturus
ISBN:  

9781789502343

ISBN 10:   1789502349
Pages:   256
Publication Date:   15 November 2019
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

PART ONE: Ancient History Chapter 1: Mathematics Chapter 2: Medicine Chapter 3: Philosophy PART TWO: The Post-Classical Era Chapter 4: Geography Chapter 5: Optics Chapter 6: Plant Science PART THREE: The Early Modern Period Chapter 7: Anatomy Chapter 8: Astronomy Chapter 9: Chemistry PART FOUR: The 19th Century Chapter 10: Engineering Chapter 11: Geology Chapter 12: Microbiology PART FIVE: The 20th and 21st Centuries Chapter 13: Physics Chapter 14: Brain Science Chapter 15: Computer Science Chapter 16: Genetics PART SIX: The Future of Science Chapter 17: Looking Ahead CONCLUSION

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Mary Cruse is a writer, journalist and science communicator, who began her career working as a publicist for a particle accelerator. Over the course of her career, Mary has edited Inside Diamond magazine, worked as a science columnist for the Oxford Mail, and supported science communications for the UK's synchrotron, the Science and Technology Facilities Council and the Wellcome Trust.

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