Lightning Often Strikes Twice : The 50 Biggest Misconceptions in Science
Lightning Often Strikes Twice : The 50 Biggest Misconceptions in Science
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Author(s): Clegg, Brian
ISBN No.: 9781789294255
Pages: 192
Year: 202207
Format: Trade Cloth (Hard Cover)
Price: $ 23.16
Dispatch delay: Dispatched between 7 to 15 days
Status: Available

"Ingenious, often complex insights from an expert." - Kirkus Reviews on Ten Patterns that Explain the Universe "This book is a valuable contribution to popular science , providing a kaleidoscope of visuals that will appeal to readers across generational divides" - Science on Ten Patterns that Explain the Universe "Using beautiful illustrations and illuminating diagrams, the book is a feast for the eyes. The final chapter, on symmetries in nature of all shapes and sizes, is particularly enlightening. Anyone interested in the natural world will enjoy the unique perspective offered in the book." - Physics Today on Ten Patterns that Explain the Universe 'Gets right to the heart of what makes us what we are. Read it!' --Angela Saini, author of Inferior and Superior: The Return of Race Science on What Do You Think You Are? "Clegg does an excellent job of explaining this complex situation in nontechnical terms . Clegg is at his finest as he embeds potential advances in a broad historical context." -- Publishers Weekly on The God Effect "[Clegg] has done an excellent job of making the most complex concepts accessible while allowing their mystery to continue to shimmer just out of focus.


" -- Kirkus Reviews on A Brief History of Infinity 'Clegg's skills never flag and his account remains lucid and free of jargon, bad jokes, and math phobia ." Kirkus Reviews (starred review) on Gravity "Clegg's accessible presentation offers insight into everything from Aristotelian science to black holes and string theory as it reveals the complexities and surprise of a familiar force that continues to surprise scientists." Publishers Weekly on Gravity "Satisfying soul food for your inner geek: an enjoyable tour of science fact and fiction by a writer who obviously revels in both." Kirkus Reviews on Ten Billion Tomorrows "Clegg accomplishes the impressive feat of persuading readers that ESP might exist, while delivering a delightfully astute examination of.evidence." Kirkus Reviews (starred) on Extra Sensory.


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