David Attenborough tells the story of this colourful scientific figure - covering his origins as the son of a Cambridge don through his work in natural history and broadcasting, his famous educational documentaries and his enduring scientific and popular legacy today.

Super Scientists are first biographies introducing some of the world's great scientists, simply retelling their lives and explaining why their work was vital. Illustrated with archive images and photographs, the chronology of each lifetime is emphasised by a timeline that runs through the book.

• 1: Childhood 4
• 1: Education and first job 6
• 1: Starting at the BBC 8
• 1: Zoo Quest 10
• 1: Work and family 12
• 1: A desk job 14
• 1: Life on Earth 16
• 1: Wildlife galore 18
• 1: David as narrator 20
• 1: Protecting planet Earth 22
• 1: Glossary/Index 24