Science Lover's Guide to London - Rachael Rowe

Descriere Science Lover's Guide to London - Rachael Rowe

Take a journey through London, discovering the unique places and people associated with all things scientific, from museums to bars, statues to plaques, each landmark has a story behind it just waiting to be discovered. \n \nLondon has seen many scientific discoveries and engineering feats in its history. Scientists have made their home and studied in the metropolis, while the city is a hub for medical and scientific collections displayed in quirky and engaging museums. From Michael Faraday to Rosalind Franklin and William Harvey, London's scientists have inspired people to find out more, study, and innovate. \n \nThis book takes you on an area by area journey through London to discover places and people associated with science, and even see and experience scientific phenomena. From museums and bars associated with science, and behind the scenes engineering tours, scientific genius is all over the city. Each statue and plaque has a story behind it, waiting to be discovered. \n \nThis unique book can be used as a guidebook on a physical journey through London, or as a collection of intriguing and often obscure stories and information for science lovers to enjoy wherever they are. Whether you are an aspiring scientist, are home schooling, attending a conference in London, or simply love science, this book has ideas to inspire you. \nA beautiful, expansive guide to London's scientifically significant sites, engaging for both urban and armchair explorers. It readily complements information found in Fodor's or Lonely Planet guides to the city. - Library Journal STARRED REVIEW \n \nLondon has seen many scientific discoveries and engineering feats in its history. Scientists have made their home and studied in the metropolis, while the city is a hub for medical and scientific collections displayed in quirky and engaging museums. From Michael Faraday to Rosalind Franklin and William Harvey, London's scientists have inspired people to find out more, study, and innovate. \n \nThis book takes you on an area by area journey through London to discover places and people associated with science, and even see and experience scientific phenomena. From museums and bars associated with science, and behind the scenes engineering tours, scientific genius is all over the city. Each statue and plaque has a story behind it, waiting to be discovered. \n \nThis unique book can be used as a guidebook on a physical journey through London, or as a collection of intriguin

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