Contains biographies of people who, the author believes had an impact on us. This book introduces the characters and controversies behind the scenes.

Over the centuries, scientists made great discoveries that impacted on our daily lives. Many of their efforts however were in areas we don't recognise as touching us, but which actually do. Often their struggles went unsung. Here Kieran Jordan selects the men and women he considers have had the greatest impact on us, based on their ability to come up with new theories and the significance of their discoveries. His jargon-free biographies introduce the characters and controversies behind the scenes in a refreshing manner that is certain to appeal.