A history of the life sciences /
This fully revised, reorganized, and up-to-date Second Edition of an incomparable work offers a concise, broadly based survey of the panoramic sweep of the life sciences - from the speculations and observations of the ancient Greeks to the latest advances in molecular biology. Providing clear, easy-...
| Основен автор: | Magner, Lois N., 1943- |
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| Формат: | Книга |
| Език: | English |
| Публикувано: |
New York :
M. Dekker,
c1994.
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| Издание: | 2nd ed. |
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This fully revised, reorganized, and up-to-date Second Edition of an incomparable work offers a concise, broadly based survey of the panoramic sweep of the life sciences - from the speculations and observations of the ancient Greeks to the latest advances in molecular biology. Providing clear, easy-to-understand discussions of the major themes and significant individuals in the field, A History of the Life Sciences, Second Edition incorporates the most current scientific concepts and historical scholarship . . . places the modern experience within the framework of historical issues . . . presents the history of biology as an important part of intellectual and social history . . . supplies a nontechnical, jargon-free presentation, making it comprehensible to historians and scientists alike . . . furnishes lists of suggested readings that encourage deeper study of particular subjects . . . gives useful, accessible references to recent literature in science, medicine, and history, permitting more in-depth explorations of specific topics . . . contains striking illustrations that clarify and highlight essential concepts . . . and much more. |
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| Физически характеристики: |
xvi, 496 p. : ill. ; 24 cm. |
| Библиография: |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| ISBN: |
0824789423 (acid-free paper) 9780824789428 (acid-free paper) |