As well as telling the story of Faraday's life from his childhood to his position as Professor of Chemistry at the Royal Institution, this book looks at the impact of his discoveries on world history. The science behind his investigations into electricity, magnetism and electrolysis is explained through interesting diagrams, and quotes from Faraday and his contemporaries give an insight into this famous scientist's mind.

 

This book features in the following series: Scientists Who Made Hist, Scientists Who Made History .

There are 48 pages in this book. This book was published 2004 by Hachette Children's Group .

Stewart Ross is a popular children's author. He has written many books on historical subjects, both fiction and non-fiction.