Guglielmo Marconi (Scientists Who Made History) [Library Binding]

Mike Goldsmith (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 9 and up | Grade Level: 4 and up | Series: Scientists Who Made History

This book follows Marconi's life from his upbringing in Italy to his work in London on inventing and perfecting the radio. As well as telling his life story, this book combines science boxes which explain the science behind his discovery with contemporary quotes which show how he made an impact on his world. Towards the end of the book, it discusses Marconi's influence as an individual and a scientist on the wider world, giving the reader an insight into how he fits into the context of 20th century history as a whole.

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Editorial Reviews

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'this handy and friendly foursome, with a good standard of relevant illustration, is well worth the outlay of a few Faradays.' -- Books for Keeps 20030101 '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 text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

About the Author

Dr Mike Goldsmith is a physicist by training, currently a programme co-ordinator at the National Physical Laboratory. He has published numerous academic papers on subjects including astronomy and clocks. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9 and up
  
• Library Binding: 48 pages
• Publisher: Heinemann Library (January 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0739852272
• ISBN-13: 978-0739852279
• Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 7.9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,186,215 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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