Edwin Hubble

Groundbreakers

by Fiona Macdonald

This volume is part of a biography series exploring the lives and achievements of important inventors and pioneers of science. As well as providing the life story of Edwin Hubble and an analysis of his work, this book places his achievements in context by looking at the technological and historical context of the time. The book a look at the ongoing impact of Hubble's work; quotes and writings from the newspapers and journals of the time; and information about the men and women who affected his life and work.

48 pages, Library Binding

First published April 28, 2001

About the author

Fiona Macdonald studied history at Cambridge University and at the University of East Anglia. She has taught in schools, adult education and university, and is the author of numerous books for children on historical topics.