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Continental Drift: Colliding Continents, Converging Cultures offers a unique perspective on the evolution of plate tectonics. Written by Constantin Roman, this book serves as both a history of a developing science and a personal account of a researcher navigating life behind the Iron Curtain. It provides a rare look at the cultural contrasts between the East and West through the eyes of a scientist seeking academic freedom in the free world. Readers will follow Roman's journey as he manages the challenges of bureaucracy to secure his rights and professional standing. The narrative connects scientific progress with personal history, detailing encounters with notable scientists, artists, and embassy officials. This book is an ideal read for those interested in the history of science, professional biographies, and the social impacts of geopolitical boundaries during the development of modern geology.

Key Features

Explores the history of plate tectonics through the personal experiences of researcher Constantin Roman.

Provides a detailed account of navigating scientific bureaucracy and seeking academic rights in the free world.

Offers insights into the cultural differences between Eastern and Western societies during the Cold War era.

Includes personal stories regarding meetings with eminent scientists, artists, and embassy officials.

Combines scientific history with a professional biography to create a multi-layered narrative.

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Hardcover
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Amazon UK
Release Date
01 January 2000
Listed Since
05 February 2007

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