by David H . De Vorkin (Editor), RogerD.Launius (Editor), JamesRodgerFleming (Editor)
The International Polar Years and the International Geophysical Year represented a remarkable international collaborative scientific effort that has been largely neglected by historians. This groundbreaking collection seeks to redress that neglect and illuminate critical aspects of the last 150 years of international scientific endeavour.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 400
Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan
Published: 19 Jan 2011
ISBN 10: 0230105335
ISBN 13: 9780230105331
Provides an invaluable assessment of the evolution of worldwide research from the first IPY of 1882/83. Recommended. - CHOICE