The Story of Science: Newton at the Center

In volume two students will watch as Copernicus's systematic observations place the sun at the center of our universe&#151;to the dismay of establishment thinkers. After students follow the achievements and frustrations of Galileo Kepler and Descartes they will appreciate the amazing Isaac Newton whose discoveries about gravity motion colors calculus and Earth's place in the universe set the stage for modern physics astronomy mathematics and chemistry.<br><br>In the three-book <i>The Story of Science</i> series master storyteller Joy Hakim narrates the evolution of scientific thought from ancient times to the present. With lively character-driven narrative Hakim spotlights the achievements of some of the world's greatest scientists and encourages a similiar spirit of inquiry in readers. The books include hundreds of color photographs charts maps and diagrams; informative sidebars; suggestions for further reading; and excerpts from the writings of great scientists.