| Description |
1 online resource (586 pages) |
| Series |
Oxford paperback reference |
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Oxford paperback reference.
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| Summary |
"From Archimedes and Copernicus to Stephen Hawking and Stephen Jay Gould, this is the most authoritative and up-to-date biographical dictionary of scientists currently available. Compact yet comprehensive, it will be invaluable reference for scientists, students, and anyone with a general interest in science." "Over 1,600 entries, spanning over 2,500 years; international range covers all areas of science, from physics and astronomy to medicine and ecology, including key figures in the fields of mathematics and technology; clear explanations of the science itself and its historical significance; includes all Nobel Laureates in physics, chemistry, and physiology or medicine; comprehensive index of topics, and extensive network of cross-references to related entries."--Jacket |
| Notes |
Abridged and updated ed. of: Encyclopedia of scientists. 2nd ed. c1994 |
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General editors: John Daintith, Derek Gjertsen |
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Includes index |
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Print version record |
| Subject |
Scientists -- Biography -- Dictionaries.
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| Genre/Form |
Biographies.
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Biography
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Dictionaries.
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Dictionaries.
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Biographies.
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| Author |
Daintith, John.
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Gjertsen, Derek.
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| ISBN |
0191726834 (electronic book) |
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0192800868 (paperback) |
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0585110476 (electronic bk.) |
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9780191726835 (electronic book) |
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9780192800862 (paperback) |
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9780585110479 (electronic bk.) |
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