Women and Science: Social Impact and InteractionABC-CLIO, 2004 - Всего страниц: 409 A contemporary study of Western views on women scientists from 1700 to the present and how the extraordinary accomplishments of these women helped change those views. More than a series of biographical sketches, this book is an insightful look at how some highly accomplished women overcame preconceived notions about their capabilities and their "proper place" and succeeded in contributing extensively to, and at times contesting, modern science. - Primary documents written by women scientists, including reflections of their work and personal lives and discussion of the challenges women scientists have faced |