Annals of Science was launched in 1936 as an independent review dealing with the development of science since the Renaissance. Now established as the leading scholarly journal in the field, its scope has widened to cover developments since classical antiquity, and to include articles in French and German. Contributions from Australia, Canada, China, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Japan, the USA and Russia bear testimony to its international appeal. Each issue includes a comprehensive book reviews section and essay reviews on a group of books on a broader level. The editor is supported by an active international board. The original index has been extended to cover the period 1970 to 1986, and is available from the publisher. A unique feature of the journal is the reproduction of selected illustrations in color. The current impact factor is 0.471 Members of the history of science societies of Canada, Australia, and the USA, are eligible for a privileged discounted rate.