The collection of anecdotes in Folk Tales of Science by the Indian
science writer Dilip Salwi should prove a cornucopia to anyone faced with
delivering a speech at a scientific function鈥攐r any other kind. Salwi鈥檚
book is full of stories about famous scientists, from early times to our own.
All are interesting, many amusing, some eyebrow raising and a few prompting
incredulity. Published by Rupa, 7/16 Ansari Road, Darya Ganj, New Delhi 110002,
India, 50 rupees, ISBN 8171674747.
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