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Isaac Newton – James Gleick

James Gleick gives a good biography of Isaac Newton in his book, Isaac Newton.

Chaos: Making a New Science – James Gleick

When I first became interested in Chaos Theory I decided to read James Gleick’s Chaos: Making a New Science.  The book provides an adequate introduction into the science of chaos without too many technical details. 

The Information: A History, A Theory, A Flood – James Gleick

I picked up the book The Information: A History, A Theory, A Flood, by James Gleick, knowing nothing about Information Theory.  After reading this wonderful account on the history of the subject and its historical figures, I highly recommend this to anyone wishing to become acquainted with this field of thought. 



The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin


For the life story of one of America’s founders and an insight into his thoughts, I would recommend reading The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin. (ISBN-13: 978-0486290737)

Edwin Hubble: Mariner of the Nebulae – Gale Christianson

For a well written biography on Edwin Hubble, of the 20th century’s most famous astronomers, readers should check out Edwin Hubble: Mariner of the Nebulae by Gale Christianson. The book provides a detailed and readable account of the entire life of Hubble. (ISBN-13: 978-0226105215)


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