scientists

A biography of Benjamin Franklin highlighting his inventions, his newspaper and almanac, his work on the Declaration of Independence, and his diplomatic trips to England and France on behalf of the colonies.

Examines the contributions Aristotle made to the field of science, highlighting his influential writings and concepts.

Follows the life of the American renaissance man who achieved notable success as printer, statesman, inventor, author, and reformer.

Presents a profile of twentieth-century scientist Jonas Salk, developer of the polio vaccine, discussing his childhood in New York, his education, and the significance of his vaccine and other research in medical science.

A biography of the African-American man who, as a self-taught mathematician and astronomer, helped survey the site of the Nation's Capitol and published several popular almanacs.

Provides information about great scientists and their contributions to philosophy, invention, and engineering. Includes essential facts and intriguing details.

A biography of mathematician, physicist, and astronomer Galileo, from his early years to his confrontations with the church, his last years, and his legacy.

A collection of essays which explore the impact Benjamin Franklin had on American history and culture; includes a brief biographical essay and an appendix of primary source documents.

Chronicles the life of Nobel Prize winner Niko Tinbergen, focusing on his creation of the biological study of animal behavior, discussing his creation of behvior-testing experiments, his schooling, field work, research, writings, and other related topics.