Landmarks in the History of Science: Great Scientific Discoveries From a Global-Historical Perspective 1622739787, 9781622739783

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Landmarks in the History of Science: Great Scientific Discoveries From a Global-Historical Perspective
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Explains how Pasteur's contributions were based upon innovations like the microscope, how Lister's and Koch�

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