Scientists Who Made History: Michael Faraday

Author: Stewart Ross

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  • : June 2002
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Description

Describing the life and career of Michael Faraday, this text looks at the impact of his discoveries on world history. The science behind his investigations into electricity, magnetism and electrolysis is explained, and quotes from Faraday and his contemporaries provide insight into his mind.

Reviews

Full of fascinating, thumbnail details. -- The Daily Telegraph 20020702 'A superb series...These books would be excellent both for a library and for children and teachers to read as part of a science course.' -- TES 20030110 'this handy and friendly foursome, with a good standard of illustration, is well worth the outlay of a few Faradays.' -- Books for Keeps 20030101

Author description

Stewart Ross is a popular, prize-winning children's author. He has written over one hundred books for children. Stewart taught History, English and Politics for ten years to children of all ages.