Faraday in 90 Minutes (Scientists in 90 Minutes Series)

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Nearly everyone knows the names of the great scientists, but how many of us know anything about their work, let alone their private lives? In this easy-to-read series, eminent science writers John and Mary Gribbin look at the lives and work of eight major scientists; each book is accessible enough to be read for fun but informative enough to appeal to students of science. The iconic Albert Einstein emerges as a dashing ladies' man and the greatest scientist of his time; but why did Charles Darwin wait for decades before going public with his ideas on evolution? How was Marie Curie's great work shaped by her childhood experiences of oppression under the Czars? And what was Edmond Halley, of comet fame, doing as Captain of a King's Ship and later spy for the Crown? We meet a bookbinder's apprentice, an obscure monk, a Victorian gentleman--eventually famous scientists all. An introduction and afterword places each scientist's work in the context of the development of their subject, but in accordance with their true worth, not necessarily in accordance with their place in popular mythology. Engaging, stimulating, and instructive

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Avg. Customer Rating: 3.0 / 5.0

Great intro but we hunger for more detail:

This thin, 80-page, paperback is part of series covering the lives of famous scientists. It is probably intended as an extra reading option for students. The text includes a 15 page timeline of the history of science.
Michael Faraday (1791-1867) is best known for his pioneering work on the relationship between electricity and magnetism. He is credited with the invention of electric generators and motors. He also studied the effects of electricity on various chemical solutions discovering electrolysis,... more info