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A biography of the seventeenth-century English scientist who formulated the theory of gravity.

Profiles the life of the Frenchman who is considered the founder of modern chemistry and biochemistry, because of his discovery of oxygen and his work on combustion and respiration.

A biography of the life and achievements of Albert Einstein, one of the most important scientists of the twentieth century.

Details the life of the man who was born a slave and became an artist, agriculturist, and university professor, highlighting his achievements and legacy.

Chronicles the life and career of the genius inventor, from his time inventing for Western Union to his creation of the lightbulb and phonograph.

A brief introduction to the life and career of chemist and scientist Marie Curie.

Louis Pasteur was one of the first scientists to understand the importance of microorganisms-both good and bad. Some microorganisms (or germs as Pasteur called them) are helpful, such as those that cause grapes to ferment and become wine. Among his most important discoveries was pasteurization. This process kills harmful bacteria in liquids such as wine and milk, without destroying the liquid. Louis Pasteur focused much of his research on how to prevent...

"A biography of ancient Greek mathematician Archimedes, who invented the compound pulley and other machines. His contributions to mathematics included devising the formulas for the surface and volume of a sphere"--Provided by publisher.