Science and its times [electronic resource] : understanding the social significance of scientific discovery / Neil Schlager, editor ; Josh Lauer, associate editor.

Contributor(s): Series: Gale virtual reference libraryPublication details: Detroit, Mich. : Gale Group, c2001.Description: 1 online resource (8 v.) : ill., mapsISBN:
  • 9780787677244 (electronic book)
  • 0787677248 (electronic book)
Subject(s): Additional physical formats: Print version:: Science and its times.DDC classification:
  • 23
LOC classification:
  • Q175.46
Online resources:
Contents:
v. 1. 2000 B.C. to A.D. 699 -- v. 2. 700-1449 -- v. 3. 1450-1699 -- v. 4. 1700-1799 -- v. 5. 1800-1899 -- v. 6. 1900-1949 -- v. 7. 1950-present -- v. 8. Cumulative index.
Review: "This series discusses how the major fields of science developed during specific time periods. Each volume focuses on a range of years and includes developments in exploration, life sciences, mathematics, physical sciences, and technology. When the series is completed, the seven volumes will cover 2000 B.C. to the present."--"Outstanding Reference Sources," American Libraries, May 2001.
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Includes bibliographical references and indexes.

v. 1. 2000 B.C. to A.D. 699 -- v. 2. 700-1449 -- v. 3. 1450-1699 -- v. 4. 1700-1799 -- v. 5. 1800-1899 -- v. 6. 1900-1949 -- v. 7. 1950-present -- v. 8. Cumulative index.

"This series discusses how the major fields of science developed during specific time periods. Each volume focuses on a range of years and includes developments in exploration, life sciences, mathematics, physical sciences, and technology. When the series is completed, the seven volumes will cover 2000 B.C. to the present."--"Outstanding Reference Sources," American Libraries, May 2001.

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