Science: The Secrets of the Great Discoveries: Anecdotes and unpublished trivia about the moments that changed the course of scientific history

By Michael Hawthorne

An extraordinary journey through the most fascinating and surprising moments in the history of science. This book unveils the behind-the-scenes discoveries that changed the world, recounting the most human and unexpected aspects of scientific progress. From brilliant insights born by chance to the rivalries that fuelled research, each chapter reveals a unique and engaging story. You will discover how a failed experiment led to penicillin, saving millions of lives, and how a night dream inspired an understanding of the molecular structure of benzene. Through carefully documented anecdotes, the book explores the lives of physicists, chemists and biologists who have shaped our understanding of the universe. From Marie Curie's laboratories to Einstein's reflections at the patent office, each story offers an intimate glimpse into the creative process of scientific discovery. The pages reveal the moments of doubt, lucky coincidences and brilliant insights behind history's most important discoveries. A work that makes the world of science accessible and exciting, showing how progress is often the result of mistakes, chance and perseverance. Ideal for those who want to explore the human side of scientific research and understand how great discoveries often come about in the most unexpected ways.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0DYZYZSFB
• ISBN13: 9798312671896
• Release Date: March 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 124 Pages
• Weight: 0.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 5.5" x 8.5"