Seeing Further: The Story of Science and the Royal Society

Edited and introduced by Bill Bryson, with contributions from Dawkins and Attenborough among others, this is a remarkable volume celebrating the 350th anniversary of the Royal Society. Since its inception in 1660, the Royal Society has pioneered scientific discovery. The oldest scientific academy in existence, its backbone is its Fellowship of the most eminent scientists, including Einstein. This illustrated book celebrates the Royal Society's huge contribution to modern science. With unrestricted access to archives and photographs, SEEING FURTHER shows that the history of scientific endeavour and discovery shapes the world we live in today.