This lucid and captivating book takes the reader back to the early history of all the sciences, starting from antiquity and ending roughly at the time of Newton - covering the period which can legitimately be called the dawn
of the sciences. Each chapter focuses on a particular and significant development in the evolution of science and is connected in a coherent way to the others to yield a smooth, continuous narrative. The at-a-glance diagrams give a brief summary of what was happening at the time, thereby providing the broader context of the scientific events highlighted in that chapter. Embellished with colorful photographs and illustrations, and boxed
highlights scattered throughout the text, this book is a must-read for everyone interested in the history of science and how it shaped our world today. It presents an entertaining exposition of the early history of all branches of science intended for a lay person and includes ample illustrations that enhance the narrative and supplement the text. The book's authors stand out for both their scientific and pedagogical skills. Useful Where
and When
illustrations help readers to gain insight into the bigger picture
.