Timelines in Science

The great thinkers of the 19th century contributed greatly to the development of theories that help explain human nature and the natural world. Charles Darwin developed his theory of evolution. Gregor Mendel created the theory of genetics. Countless other scientists and innovators contributed to this era of science in many other ways. It was in this era when people learned about fossils, photography, combustion engines, and the use of electricity to power our world. This visually stunning book is sure to draw in even reluctant readers. The main text is supplemented with timelines on most spreads, as well as primary sources, sidebars, and diagrams.

The years that followed World War II have seen science and technology advance rapidly. The inventions and developments of this era have truly shaped our lives and our connections to the world around us. The first computers were gigantic and not very powerful, but constant innovations have turned our world into one dominated by microcomputer technology. Lasers, microchips, semiconductors, and artificial intelligence are just a few of the developments covered in this volume. Other topics include space travel, genetics, and global warming. Readers will be drawn in by primary sources, sidebars, and of course timelines!

Spurred on largely by two world wars, the first half of the 20th century was a time of monumental technological advances all over the world. The most promising area of scientific exploration was the nature of atoms, the particles that made them up, and the power they contained. The world was introduced to many everyday items and processes that dominate our society today: the automobile, airplanes, television, and radar, to name just a few. Timelines guide the reading process, and primary sources and diagrams add another layer to this fascinating volume.

The scientific developments of the ancient world marked the beginning of civilization and ushered in a whole new way of interpreting and interacting with the world. These developments include encompasses essential technology that we still depend on today-animal domestication, clocks and calendars, irrigations systems, and so much more. The main text is amply supported by primary sources, sidebars, diagrams, biographies, and of course timelines! Readers are sure to enjoy taking a trip into the ancient past to learn all they can about ancient technology.

The Industrial Revolution was a time of great technological progress in Europe and the United States. The scientific developments of the 18th century helped to shape our modern world. These innovations include textile factories, iron smelting, agricultural machinery, canals, and railroads. The lives and inventions of scientists such as Bejamin Franklin and James Watt are thoroughly explored. Readers will be drawn in by colorful sidebars, primary sources, and of course timelines!

The period of time spanning the 16th to 18th centuries was marked by a growing interest in learning about and better understanding the world around us. It also marked a shift from superstition to close observation and orderly experimentation. The 17th century was dominated by great thinkers and inventors, including Galileo and Isaac Newton, both of whom are focused on inside this book. This thrilling narrative is supported by primary sources, illustrations, timelines, sidebars, and a host of other features that make exploration of this era accessible, entertaining, and memorable.

Often referred to as the Dark Ages, the Middle Ages is the time period between the Roman Empire and the Renaissance. It is often considered an era when science and technology came to stand still, but that's not true! As this book demonstrates, it was in fact a time of constant technological innovation and an increasingly accurate understanding of our world. Many of the greatest advances were the products of Muslim, Chinese, and European culture, all of which readers will explore in this thought-provoking guide. Sidebars, primary sources, and timelines help readers make the most of their reading experience.