Morgan, Nina

A biography of the prolific inventor whose creations, including the electric light bulb and the phonograph, have contributed to the comfort, convenience, and entertainment of people all over the world.

Discusses the process of change in human life--conception, birth, childhood, maturity, and death.

Discusses the visionary inventor's life, his application of theories in physics to discover radio, and his contributions to the science of communication.

Explains what lasers are and how they are used in communications, medicine, industry, and warfare, as well as possible future uses.

Explanation of the fundamentals of chemistry including the chemical elements, organic chemistry, and biochemistry.

Presents an overview of the history and development of nuclear power and its impact on the twentieth century.

Discusses the life and work of Louis Pasteur with emphasis on the importance of his scientific discoveries.

Describes many of the innovative discoveries that the Aztecs incorporated into their daily lives, including the tools and technology they used to produce their clothes, food, pottery, jewelry, and cities.

Covers the geography, climate, resources, and history of the Caribbean and Gulf of Mexico regions.