AtomJourney Across the Subatomic Cosmos Author:Isaac Asimov Asimov presents the history of atomic and subatomic research from the speculations of ancient Greek philosophers to the cosmological theorizing of the late 20th century. Somewhat less than half the book is devoted to the story of how the existence of atoms was confirmed and their structure was determined. The remainder of the work deals with t... more »he internal structure of the nucleus and with the many particles in the "zoo"....The author exhibits his usual flair for anticipating common-sense questions and for answering them intelligibly without use of mathematics. The narrative is further enriched by asides on the nature of the scientific enterprise. Recommended particularly for public and school libraries.---Library Journal« less