The Pioneers in Science set is a unique eight-volume collection profiling the people behind the science. Each volume consists of 10 biographical sketches of pioneers in a particular scientific discipline, including information about their childhood, how they began their scientific career, their research, and enough scientific information for the reader to appreciate their discoveries and contributions. Encompassing a wide variety of scientific interests, individuals were chosen to represent an array of disciplines in each field, as well as different histories, personality traits, and approaches to research. Each easy-to-use volume contains photographs and line illustrations, an introduction to the science, a glossary of related terms, and a list of books and Web sites for further information. Each chapter concludes with a chronology and its own suggestions for further reading. Comprehensive and accessible, the Pioneers in Science set provides extensive information about a small collection of pioneers from each major scientific field. Offering a wealth of information, these volumes are perfect for school reports, science classes and lectures, and any school or public library.