Laser: Supertool of the 1980's

by Dick Teresi

Supertool of the 1980s, describes the many uses of lasers, from outer space to farms, and from operating rooms to checkout counters. Written for the general public, it tells about the wonders of modern laser technology.

264 pages, Hardcover

First published April 22, 1982

About the author

Dick Teresi is the coauthor of The God Particle and the author of Lost Discoveries: The Ancient Roots of Modern Science, both selected as New York Times Book Review Notable Books. He has been the editor in chief of Science Digest, Longevity, VQ, and Omni, and has written for The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and The Atlantic, among other publications.

Reviews

[Lavender · Rating 4 out of 5]

A fun overview of LASER applications and history.