1000 inventions & discoveries by Science Museum (Great Britain) instant download

1000 inventions & discoveries by Science Museum (Great Britain) instant download

256 pages :, From the ability to make fire to the latest developments in genetic engineering, uncover the real stories behind 1,000 remarkable inventions and discoveries that have shaped our world. Quick-reference timeline gives an instant overview of key events that formed the backdrop to the inventions and discoveries. Superb images and archive materials combine with clear, chronological text and feature boxes to bring inventors and their achievements to life, Published in association with the Science Museum, Introduction -- Learning the basics: C 3,000,000 BC -- 500 BC -- The age of authority: C 499 BC -- 1400 -- New worlds, new ideas: 1401 -- 1750 -- Revolutionary changes: 1751 -- 1850 -- Science takes control: 1851 -- 1900 -- Inventions for everyone: 1901 -- 1950 -- Information & uncertainty: 1951 -- 2005 -- Index of inventions & discoveries -- Index of inventors & discoverers -- Picture credits & acknowledgements