Seeing Further: Ideas, Endeavours, Discoveries and Disputes — The Story of Science Through 350 Years of the Royal Society

By Bill Bryson

Book Overview

"Bryson is as amusing as ever....As a celebration of 350 years of modern science, [ Seeing Further ] it is a worthy tribute." -- The Economist In Seeing Further, New York Times bestseller Bill Bryson takes readers on a guided tour through the great discoveries, feuds, and personalities of modern science. Already a major bestseller in the UK, Seeing Further tells the fascinating story of science and the Royal Society with Bill Bryson's trademark wit and intelligence, and contributions from a host of well known scientists and science fiction writers, including Richard Dawkins, Neal Stephenson, James Gleick, and Margret Atwood. It is a delightful literary treat from the acclaimed author who previous explored the current state of scientific knowledge in his phenomenally popular book, A Short History of Nearly Everything .

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0061999768
• ISBN13: 9780061999765
• Release Date: November 2010
• Publisher: Mariner Books
• Length: 512 Pages
• Weight: 2.08 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.8" x 9.0"