Michael Faraday (Scientists Who Made History)

Michael Faraday (Scientists Who Made History)

by StewartRoss (Author)

Synopsis

As well as telling the story of Faraday's life from his childhood to his position as Professor of Chemistry at the Royal Institution, this book looks at the impact of his discoveries on world history. The science behind his investigations into electricity, magnetism and electrolysis is explained through interesting diagrams, and quotes from Faraday and his contemporaries give an insight into this famous scientist's mind.

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More Information

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 48
Publisher: Wayland
Published: 13 Jun 2002

ISBN 10: 0750239395
ISBN 13: 9780750239394
Children’s book age: 12+ Years

Media Reviews
Full of fascinating, thumbnail details. -- The Daily Telegraph 20020702 'A superb series...These books would be excellent both for a library and for children and teachers to read as part of a science course.' -- TES 20030110 'this handy and friendly foursome, with a good standard of illustration, is well worth the outlay of a few Faradays.' -- Books for Keeps 20030101
Author Bio
Stewart Ross is a popular, prize-winning children's author. He has written over one hundred books for children. Stewart taught History, English and Politics for ten years to children of all ages.