Makers of Modern Science

The popular Makers of Modern Science series is back in print, with both brand-new and revised titles. Each informative, engaging volume presents the intriguing life and remarkable accomplishments of a prominent 20th-century scientist whose outstanding contributions to his or her field have garnered worldwide respect and recognition. Titles in the series profile men and women renowned for their advances in fields spanning genetics, rocket technology, atomic theory, medicine, and more—exploring both their personal and professional achievements. The revised editions include new material that brings the profiles up to date, and all titles feature invaluable new features such as a chronology and Internet resources, in addition to an index, glossary, further reading, sidebars, and black-and-white photographs and line illustrations.