Distinguished African American scientists of the 20th century / James H. Kessler [and others] ; with Sigrid Berge, portrait artist, and Alyce Neukirk, computer graphics artist.
From George Washington Carver to Dr. Mae Jemison, African Americans have been making outstanding contributions in the field of science. This unique resource goes beyond the headlines in chronicling not just the scientific achievements but also the lives of 100 remarkable men and women. Each biograph...
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| Format: | eBook |
| Language: | English |
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Phoenix, Ariz. :
Oryx Press,
1996.
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| Summary: | From George Washington Carver to Dr. Mae Jemison, African Americans have been making outstanding contributions in the field of science. This unique resource goes beyond the headlines in chronicling not just the scientific achievements but also the lives of 100 remarkable men and women. Each biography provides an absorbing account of the scientist's struggles, which often included overcoming prejudice, as they pursued their educational and professional goals. |
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| Physical Description: | 1 online resource (ix, 382 pages) : illustrations. |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references (page ix) and index. |
| ISBN: | 031306511X 9780313065118 0897749553 9780897749558 |
| Source of Description, Etc. Note: | Print version record. |