'Everyone will find something in THE SCIENCE BOOK that they didn't know and much that is fascinating' NEW SCIENTIST 'Makes a stylish and intellectual addition to the coffee table genre. Clearly written and lavishly illustrated.' THE TIMES Features contributions from major science writers such as Richard Dawkins, Susan Greenfield and John Gribbin No book has ever before offered such a unique way of charting the progress of scientific knowledge and understanding The first bus, tube, train and holiday-friendly edition of the acclaimed bestselling history of science

I've done an extensive review mailing for the Mini Science Book, and Peter Tallack appeared on the Fi Glover Programme in the 'Ask the Expert' slot (BBC Radio 5 Live on 12 May). He was also on the TODAY PROGRAMME (BBC Radio 4) on 4 June. THE SCIENCE BOOK is no. 10 in the TIMES Play Hardback Greatest Gains/New Entries chart for the week ending 17 May, which is great news. PROSPECT did a give-away in their September issue, for the winner of the crossword puzzle. Reviews expected so far include TIME OUT ''Perfect for dipping in to, thebook also illustrates the way in which science works - each new discovery building on the work of the past, with the odd genius sparking a spectacular revolution in thinking.'Geordie Torr, GEOGRAPHICAL 'this book comes highly recommended to anyone who...wants a concise overview of the whole of science.'Richard Wentk, FOCUS 'truly accessible and lavishly illustrated...A fabulous overview, capturing a world of fascination.'Sky Text (on-screen text service which runs on all Sky TV channels - audience 8million). '[a] gorgeous tome...[with] stunning artwork.'GOOD BOOK GUIDE There has also be a review in THE HERALD (GLASGOW)

Peter Tallack studied Genetics at University College, London before joining the editorial staff of the international science journal NATURE in 1989.

35,000 BC to the 21st Century: 250 of the most significant discoveries in the history of science.