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The surprising truth behind many of the most cherished "facts" in science history Morse invented the telegraph, Bell the telephone, Edison the ligh...
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An accessible look at the hottest topic in physics and the experiments that will transform our understanding of the universe The biggest news in s...
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A LIVELY EXPLORATION OF THE BIGGEST QUESTIONS IN SCIENCE Including answering questions like: How Did the Universe Begin? The Big Bang has been...
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The dramatic stories of ten historic feuds: How they altered the course of discovery-and shaped the modern world Hall Hellman tells the lively sto...
View full detailsMore mind-bending fun in physics The sequel to the popular Mad About Physics, Mad About Modern Physics promises endless hours of entertaining, cha...
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For the bestselling miscellany market, an NPR librarian's compendium of fascinating facts on history, science, and the arts How much water do the G...
View full detailsThis new edition of the critically acclaimed Scientific Companion offers a comprehensive introduction to the physical sciences: physics, astronomy,...
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"The Accelerating Universe is not only an informative book about modern cosmology. It is rich storytelling and, above all, a celebration of the hum...
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Discover the Surprising History of Ordinary Things "Emily magically weaves a vibrant history of simple everyday objects we often take for granted. ...
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A guide to the history behind the world of Harry Potter! Harry Potter lives in a world that is both magical and historical. Hogwarts pupils ride a...
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In a thought-provoking and entertaining exploration of The Five Biggest Ideas in Science, authors Charles Wynn and Arthur Wiggins provide a panora...
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World-altering discoveries that reveal a universe of uncertainty and constant change Whether probing the farthest reaches of the vast universe or ...
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A bold new theory on what sparked the "big bang" of human culture The abrupt emergence of human culture over a stunningly short period continues to...
View full detailsFounded in Detroit, Michigan, in 1817 as one of the first public universities in the nation, the University of Michigan moved to Ann Arbor in 1837....
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