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More copies of this ISBN:This title in other formats:The Discoverers: A History of Man's Search to Know His World and Himselfby Daniel J. Boorstin
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:Daniel Boorstin, former librarian of the Library of Congress, gives a fascinating history of world civilization. From astronomical development, microscopes, telescopes, medicine, vaccines, genetics and map-making, this book delves into the discoveries of our world and the freedoms those discoveries bestowed. With the breadth and depth of this study, Boorstin relieves the world of its fictitious beliefs and encourages a more modern and scientific approach to the world around us. Discovery is not the main event, but convincing people to accept the facts as a new way of life is the key to the growth of mankind. Review:"Compellingly readable...a remarkable narrative of the grand intellectual venture of humankind, rich in fascinating, often dramatic details" The Wall Street Journal Review:"A sumptuous, totally engaging panorama. No one who reads it will look at the chronicle of human ingenuity in the same way again. History at its best; Boorstin at his best. I loved all of it" David McCullough Review:"A new and fascinating approach to history...rich in unknowns and surprises." Barbara W. Tuchman Review:"A ravishing book...[with] a verve, an audacity and a grasp of every sort of knowledge that is outrageous and wonderful...I can't think of any other living writer who could have attempted, let alone accomplished it." Alistair Cooke Review:"History written in the grand style..I cannot readily recall another book from which I learned so many new things...few indeed will be the readers who do not themselves become discoverers." The Washington Post Book World Synopsis:An original history of man's greatest adventure: his search to discover the world around him. What Our Readers Are SayingAdd a comment for a chance to win!
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