Physics: An Illustrated History of the Foundations of Science (Ponderables 100 Breakthroughs That Changed History Who Did What When)

The Ponderables series is meant to be introductory and to be more about perspectives that were learned over many centuries than an exhaustive coverage. In that context, Tom Jackson succeeds with Physics. The early days of the Greek sages dovetail well into the genesis of the scientific method and on into modern research practice. Jackson only covers 100 topics, so you can't expect to see the detail of Isaac Asimov's History of Physics, but that's OK. This is a pretty good intro. Nice graphics to boot.

This was a Christmas gift for my 14 year old son who loves science. He finished it in about 10 days. He absolutely loved it. I think the pictures are beautiful.

Well suited for high school students.As a retired university engineering faculty member, I also found it quite interesting.I recommend it.

Building up a motivational library for my daughter. Enjoyed the books so much, I bought the entire series after initial purchase of The Elements. Perfectly illustrated and short enough for those with developing attention spans. Subjective further study may be called for at a later stage, but this is a great way to foster the will to do so.... Love it, sincerely...

There is all the history of physics in this high quality full color book, and also a foldout timeline, all illustrated! At the end of the book there is a section of the physics basic concepts, making this book complete for any student.

Very cool book, lots of awesome stuff in it. Very enjoyable for some casual browsing.

I have 4 by this author, all excellent for browsing and referenceExcellent historic view of Physics and the associateddiscoveries.

Great book. Excellent condition.