Biographical Encyclopedia of Scientists

Einstein, Galileo, Hawking, Darwin and Plato.... where and when were they born, what were the influences on their thoughts, and what were the ideas they developed which have resulted in their names being immortalized?The Biographical Encyclopedia of Scientists is a major reference work presenting a unique scope and depth of information. It is indispensable to all students, educators and scientists, journalists, historians and laymen, who need clear, factual information on the lives and ideas of prominent figures in the history of science and medicine. No other reference work provides this range of information in two volumes packed with facts.With over 2000 biographical entries and over half a million words this major publication is an essential guide to the world of scientific personalities and ideas.Daintith, J. is the author of 'Biographical Encyclopedia of Scientists', published 1994 under ISBN 9780750302876 and ISBN 0750302879.