Guglielmo Marconi (Scientists Who Made History)

Guglielmo Marconi (Scientists Who Made History)

by Mike Goldsmith (Author)

Synopsis

This book follows Marconi's life from his upbringing in Italy to his work in London on inventing and perfecting the radio. As well as telling his life story this book combines science boxes which explain the science behind his discovery with contemporary quotes which show how he made an impact on his world. Towards the end of the book it discusses Marconi's influence as an individual and a scientist on the wider world, giving the reader an insight into how he fits into the context of 20th Century history as a whole.

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More Information

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 48
Publisher: Hodder Children's Books
Published: 16 May 2002

ISBN 10: 0750239441
ISBN 13: 9780750239448

Media Reviews
Full of fascinating, thumbnail details. -- The Daily Telegraph 20020701 'this handy and friendly foursome, with a good standard of relevant illustration, is well worth the outlay of a few Faradays.' -- Books for Keeps 20030101 '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
Author Bio
Dr Mike Goldsmith works at the UK's National Physical Laboratory. He has worked in a variety of scientific fields, including sound and space, and written several science books for children.