Born in 1791, apprenticed to bookseller at age 14. Discovered fundamental physics and chemistry laws despite limited education. Worked as Davy's assistant, earning Royal Society membership in 1824
Victorian Age (1830-1900) marked peace and growth in England. Queen Victoria enjoyed immense popularity and stability. Industrial Revolution brought technological advancements and commercial expansion. Darwin's theory of evolution challenged traditional religious beliefs
Series aims to provide broad view of ancient science for non-classical scholars. Ancient 'science' defined differently from modern scientific terms. Series focuses on recognisable ancient scientific disciplines like medicine and mathematics
Born in 1912 in Winchester, Tennessee, attended Yale University. Graduated from Yale in 1934 and studied law at Oxford. Became a CFA charterholder and student of Benjamin Graham