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A to Z of Women in Science and Math

A to Z of Women in Science and Math

by Lisa Yount
Hardback
Publication Date: 27/01/2008

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From ancient times to the present day, scientifically inclined women in many cultures have had to battle against the traditional belief that men are more cognitively adept than women. At times throughout history, women were persecuted for their attempts to break down traditional gender barriers. Today, women scientists and mathematicians must continue to defend the quality of their work and demand the respect they deserve in the mathematical and scientific communities.""A to Z of Women in Science and Math, Revised Edition"" profiles 195 women who fought against these stereotypes throughout history and all over the world to forge new discoveries and theories that would eventually change the way we view science. This thoroughly revised book updates the story of each individual to the present day and features 38 new profiles. Among the profiles included are those of chemists, astronomers, geologists, environmental scientists, and a range of other professions and careers. In addition, new photographs have been added, and the bibliography has been updated. Subject indexes allow the reader to search by such professions as ""microbiology"" and ""paleontology."" Additional subject indexes organize individuals by country of birth, country of major scientific activity, and year of birth.
ISBN:
9780816066957
9780816066957
Category:
History of science
Format:
Hardback
Publication Date:
27-01-2008
Publisher:
Facts On File Inc
Country of origin:
United States
Edition:
2nd Edition
Pages:
384
Dimensions (mm):
235x187x29mm
Weight:
0.88kg

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