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Scientists in Power

Scientists in Power

Hardback (01 Jul 1990)

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Publisher's Synopsis

Examining the interrelationships among science, society, and technology, Weart expands upon the sociology and politics of science as he discusses how a small coterie of scientists developed the uranium bomb and transformed history.

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Harvard University Press

Founded in 1913, Harvard University Press is the publisher of such classic works as John Rawls's A Theory of Justice, E. O. Wilson's On Human Nature, and Helen Vendler's Dickinson. The Press continues to be a leading publisher of convergent works in the sciences, humanities, and social sciences, while also taking bold steps in exciting new directions, from innovative partnerships, to a diverse translation program, to an expanded commitment to facilitating scholarly conversation around the globe.

Book information

ISBN: 9780674795150
Publisher: Harvard University Press
Imprint: Harvard University Press
Pub date:
DEWEY: 539.762072044
DEWEY edition: 18
Language: English
Number of pages: 356
Weight: 700g
Height: 230mm
Width: 150mm
Spine width: 28mm