World of Scientific Discovery
- ISBN-10
- 0787627607
- ISBN-13
- 9780787627607
- Category
- Science / History
- Pages
- 1186
- Language
- English
- Published
- 1999
- Publisher
- Gale Research
- Author
- Kimberley A. McGrath
Description
This reference looks at the processes of scientific discovery throughout history. It attempts to answer the basic questions: the story behind the breakthrough; the knowledge that led to the discovery; and its impact on society. Biographical entries focus on the motivational abilities of scientists.
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