Depicts the life of the Austrian physicist Marietta Blau (1894-1970). This book: includes personal recollections by friends, describes Marietta Blau's life in Vienna before 1938, her emigration to Mexico, her move to the USA in 1944, her work at leading research centers in the US, and her return to Vienna in 1960.
Offers an account of the death of the author's mother. This book features a testimony of the value of hospice care.
William Rowan was one of Canada's most prestigious scientists in the first half of the 20th century. A renowned biologist, outstanding conservationist, wildlife artist, and founder of the department of zoology at the University of Alberta, Rowan established an international reputation with his experiments on bird migration.
Presents a historical biography that is based on the life of British Columbia pioneer John Muir. It tells the amazing story of a family from Scotland who came out to Canada in the late 1840s to work as 'consignee' labourers for the Hudson's Bay Company.
Geologist Jim Berkland has accurately predicted at least six significant quakes around the world. This book documents his ability to foretell earthquakes around the world. It includes stories of earthquake survivors, details about seismic activity in earthquake-prone regions around the world, tales of earthquake cover-ups, and more.
James Barry was an innovative medical pioneer, radical humanitarian and flamboyant dandy who traversed the British Empire during the nineteenth century. Presenting a story of nineteenth century science and the mysteries of sexuality, this book aims to bring to life this enigmatic figure.
William Froude revolutionised ship design and performance by developing the first tank testing methods and formulating theories on roll, frictional resistance, propeller performance and more. This book presents the life and career of this brilliant man.
Tells the story of the pioneer of photography, Eadweard Muybridge. He was born in the English suburbs, and set out to seek adventure and fortune in the American Wild West. While visiting Europe his coach overturned, and he was treated for a fractured skull. It was at this time that photography grew. Muybridge became a pioneering innovator.
A story of Dr William Price, one of Wales' true pioneers and one of the most colourful characters.
Isambard Kingdom Brunel had strong associations with South Wales; chief engineer of the GWR at just 27, he was the same for the South Wales Railway Co., taking the railways across South Wales.