Science, Technology and Society: The Impact of Science Throughout History: 2000 BC through the 18th Century Book

This informative reference series is designed to help students understand the impact that science has had on the course of human history. Each set focuses on a particular time period and consists of five topically arranged chapters covering life sciences, mathematics, medicine, physical sciences and technology. In the three sets, The Impact of Science from 2000 B.C. to the 18th Century, The Impact of Science in the 19th Century and The Impact of Science in the 20th Century, scientific discoveries and developments are examined within their historical context, showing how social trends and events influenced science and how scientific developments changed people's lives. Included in each chapter are topic-specific chronologies identifying important pioneers and events; contextual overviews; essays on scientists, theories, discoveries and scientific concepts; biographies of pioneering scientists; research and activity ideas; and lists of additional resources. In addition, sidebars highlight interesting events, issues or individuals related to the subject; more than 130 black-and-white photographs help illustrate the discoveries and the individuals who made them; cross-references to subjects discussed are indicated; and each volume concludes with a cumulative subject index.