The life of Pasteur

von Rene Vallery-Radot

436 Seiten, Taschenbuch, ab 12 Jahre

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

The Life of Pasteur by René Vallery-Radot is a comprehensive biography that chronicles the life and pioneering achievements of the French chemist and microbiologist Louis Pasteur. Written by Pasteur's son-in-law, Vallery-Radot, the book provides an intimate and detailed portrayal of Pasteur's journey from his early academic endeavors to his groundbreaking discoveries in the fields of microbiology and immunology.The biography delves into Pasteur's significant contributions to science, including the development of pasteurization, his work on fermentation, and his development of vaccines for rabies and anthrax. Vallery-Radot highlights Pasteur's meticulous scientific approach and his relentless dedication, often driven by a profound sense of social responsibility. Through his experiments, Pasteur challenged prevailing scientific theories and demonstrated that microorganisms were responsible for many diseases, reshaping the fields of medicine and public health.

• Themen: Belletristik Allgemein, nicht nach Genre
• ISBN: 9789363875944
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 31.10.2024
• Größe: 215 x 139 mm
• Verlag: Zinc Read
• Empf. Lesealter: ab 12 Jahre