The Story of Science - Anne Rooney - Bog

Take a fascinating journey through the history of science with this beautifully illustrated full-color hardback guide for curious young readers. The Story of Science explores the development of scientific thought in both East and West from antiquity to the modern day: from the ancient Mediterranean world to the Chinese invention of gunpowder, paper, and the printing press; from the Scientific Revolution of sixteenth and seventeenth century Europe, the Space Race, and the development of the Covid-19 vaccine in 2020. Perfect for curious kids aged 8+. Young readers can uncover the incredible history of science in this vibrantly illustrated hardback guide, written by award-winning author Anne Rooney. From Ancient Egyptian medicine to green energy of the 21st century, The Story of Science covers extraordinary discoveries and the trailblazing scientists who changed the world. Children can learn about the Chinese invention of gunpowder, paper, and the printing press; the Scientific Revolution of sixteenth and seventeenth century Europe; the Space Race in the 1960s and much more. They will be introduced to Hippocrates, Marie Curie, Alexander Fleming and Albert Einstein, among others, and learn about the scientific principles behind their remarkable discoveries.