New York Scientific: A Culture of Inquiry, Knowledge, and Learning

by Magdolna Hargittai and István Hargittai

This book introduces the reader to the visible memorabilia of science and scientists in all the five boroughs of New York City - statues, busts, plaques, buildings, and other artifacts. In addition, it extends to some scientists and institutions currently operating in the city. New York has been known as a world center of commerce, finance, communications, transportation, and culture, but it also is a world center in science. The city is home to renowned...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0198769873
• ISBN13: 9780198769873
• Release Date: January 2017
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
• Length: 328 Pages
• Weight: 1.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.5" x 8.5"