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The first anthology compiled especially for the reader of scientific and technical writing, Writing About Science is now brought up to date to include some of the most powerful new voices of the past decade. Twentyseven essays by eminent scientistswritten for both popular and professional audiencesprovide working models of excellence and show that scientific writing can be both imaginative and concise, efficient as well as entertaining. The contributors range from great scientists of the past, such as Michael Faraday and Charles Darwin, to important names of today, including James Watson, Francis Crick, Lynn Margulis, and Stephen J. Gould. Displaying many styles and intended for a variety of audiences, the selections are especially broad in scope: some of the essays were originally written for scientific or technical journals; others are excerpts from bestselling books; still others were first given as lectures. Helpful introductions outline each author's life and contribution to science and place each selection in chronological and thematic context. Especially valuable is a supplementary table of contents that arranges the essays by rhetorical method, underlining the continuity between scientific exposition and writing from the traditional liberal arts. Covering a wide range of scientific writing and fully revised to include nine new essays, Writing About Science remains essential for anyone who needs to communicate scientific material in a compelling and lively fashion.
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- Q: What is the primary focus of 'Writing About Science'? A: 'Writing About Science' is an anthology that compiles essays on scientific and technical writing by various eminent scientists, showcasing how scientific writing can be both engaging and informative.
- Q: Who are some of the contributors to this book? A: Contributors include notable figures such as Michael Faraday, Charles Darwin, James Watson, Francis Crick, Lynn Margulis, and Stephen J. Gould.
- Q: How many essays are included in the anthology? A: The anthology contains twenty-seven essays that cover a range of scientific topics and writing styles.
- Q: What type of audiences is this book intended for? A: 'Writing About Science' is designed for both popular and professional audiences, making it suitable for anyone interested in scientific communication.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in scientific writing? A: Yes, the book provides working models of excellence in scientific writing that can benefit beginners and seasoned writers alike.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: 'Writing About Science' is available in paperback binding, making it accessible and easy to handle.
- Q: When was 'Writing About Science' published? A: 'Writing About Science' was published on February 14, 1991, and has been updated to include new essays.
- Q: Does the book include any supplementary materials? A: Yes, it includes helpful introductions for each author and a supplementary table of contents that organizes the essays by rhetorical method.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Writing About Science' has a total of 400 pages.
- Q: In what category is this book listed? A: 'Writing About Science' is categorized under Engineering, reflecting its focus on scientific and technical writing.