physicists

Offers a brief introduction to the life and work of Italian astronomer Galileo.

Examines the life and career of twentieth-century physicist Albert Einstein.

Explores the work of Chien-Shiun Wu, a physicist and atomic researcher, and examines the hardships she endured to reach the top of her field.

Presents the life and work of the famous seventeenth-century British physicist.

Illustrations and simple text provide a brief introduction to the life and work of scientist Isaac Newton and discusses how his work changed the world.

A biography of physicist Isaac Newton who found that gravity affects the movements of Earth and the other planets in space.

Presents the life of the British theoretical physicist who has taken the study of cosmology farther than most in his field, despite the need for a wheelchair and computer in order to travel and communicate.

Presents a biography of physicist and cosmologist Stephen Hawking, who in spite of his affliction with Lou Gehrig's disease, continues to be an influence in the world of science with his theories about black holes and gravity.

Illustrations and easy-to-follow text introduce children to the life and work of Galileo, describing his controversial ideas and discoveries and the impact they have had on the modern world.

Discusses the early childhood, education, interests, and inventions of Galileo, as well as how his studies led to conflict with the Church and tradition.