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Asimov's new guide to science

by Isaac Asimov

This work provides an overview of contemporary developments in the physical and biological sciences. It aims to assist general readers in understanding modern scientific phenomena through reviews of recent research.

Accession 5900 ISBN 0465004733 Publisher Basic Books
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