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“Asimov was one of the first real prolific science popularisers…It’s very much written for the layman. You have to bear in mind that it’s outdated. It was first published back in 1972. I know, however, that it’s been republished. I’ve seen it recently on bookshelves in bookstores. For me, it’s still well worth having a look at. If you just want a broad introduction—on the understanding that the world of science has moved on quite a bit since those days—then it’s a really good place to start.” Read more...
Jim Baggott on Writing about Physics
Jim Baggott, Science Writer
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