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Science Concepts Explained for Non-Scientists: Clear Guides to How the World Works Astronomy Explained for Non-Scientists: How the Universe Works From Stars and Planets to Space and Time is a clear, engaging guide designed for curious readers who want to understand the universe without advanced math, technical jargon, or a science background. Written in an accessible and concept focused style, this book explains how astronomers study space, what they have discovered about stars, planets, galaxies, and the cosmos, and how we know what we know. It transforms astronomy from an intimidating ...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER How a force that’s hard to name, but which we all feel, is reshaping what it means to be human In Against the Machine, “furiously gifted” (The Washington Post) novelist, poet, and essayist Paul Kingsnorth presents a wholly original—and terrifying—account of...

A Landmark Translation of the Original Renaissance Quadrivium Athanasius Kircher (1602–1680) was the last great Renaissance polymath—and one of the first global scholars. In the mid-1600s, he published his monumental three-volume work, Oedipus Aegyptiacus, which aimed to decode the ancient world’s symbolic language. This volume contains Kircher’s exploration of the Quadrivium: Arithmetic, Geometry, Music, and Astronomy—the four liberal arts of classical education. Drawing on ancient sources from Pythagoras to Plato, Kircher weaves a cosmological vision in which number, form, sound...

A physicist explains daily phenomena from the mundane to the magisterial. Take a look up at the stars on a clear night and you get a sense that the universe is vast and untouchable, full of mysteries beyond comprehension. But did you know that the key to unveiling the secrets of the cosmos is as...

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER “A whirlwind tour of fundamental physics and cosmology.”—The Wall Street Journal “Fascinating . . . a wealth of ideas [that] leave us with a clearer understanding of modern physics in all its invigorating complexity.”—Los Angeles Times When and how...

Have you ever looked up at the twinkling night sky and wondered if humans could ever travel to another star? It's one of the biggest and most exciting questions in all of science! Embark on an incredible scientific adventure with "Chasing Stars: Will We Ever Get There?" to explore the amazing possibilities and challenges of interstellar travel. This fun and easy-to-understand guide takes young explorers on a journey to the final frontier. You'll start by learning just how vast our universe is, discovering the mind-boggling concept of a light-year and realizing that our fastest spacecraft ...

"A gripping guide to the modern taming of the infinite." —New York Times Part history, part philosophy, part love letter to the study of mathematics, Everything and More is an illuminating tour of infinity. With his infectious curiosity and trademark verbal pyrotechnics, David Foster Wallace...

FROM ONE OF THE MOST BRILLIANT MINDS OF OUR TIME COMES A BOOK THAT CLARIFIES HIS MOST IMPORTANT IDEAS Stephen Hawking’s worldwide bestseller A Brief History of Time remains a landmark volume in scientific writing. But for readers who have asked for a more accessible formulation of its key...

A science book for the general reader that is informative enough to be a popular textbook and yet well-written enough to appeal to general readers. “Hazen and Trefil [are] unpretentious—good, down-to-earth, we-can-explain-anything science teachers, the kind you wish you had but never did...

Have you ever looked out your window and wondered how much of our giant, round Earth you can actually see at one time? Get ready for an amazing journey upward in "How Much of the Earth Can You See at Once?: Fun Science For Children," a book that explores our planet from a whole new perspective! This incredible scientific adventure starts on the ground, where you'll learn about the horizon and how the Earth's gentle curve limits our view. Then, the journey begins! Climb a tall hill, soar high in an airplane, and blast off into orbit on the International Space Station, watching your view of ...

Explore the science behind one of television’s greatest series. Star Trek shaped and defined the science-fiction genre for generations of television viewers and writers, and now readers can learn more about the science presented on the show. What’s it like traveling at warp speed? What are...

What would happen if our Sun suddenly vanished? POOF! Gone in an instant! Embark on a gentle but exciting scientific adventure with "What If The Sun Disappeared?" to explore one of the biggest "what if" questions in the universe. This incredible thought experiment for kids takes you on a journey through the science of our solar system. You'll start by discovering a surprising secret: because of the speed of light, we wouldn't even know the Sun was gone for a full eight minutes! Then, you'll witness what happens next as the world is plunged into an endless night and our planet is released ...

Have you ever wondered why summer is warm and perfect for swimming, while winter is chilly and brings snow? What's the real reason for the seasons? Embark on an incredible cosmic journey to uncover the secrets behind our planet's amazing yearly changes in "Why We Have Seasons: Fun Science for Children!" This beautifully illustrated and easy-to-understand book explains one of the most fascinating concepts in Earth science for kids. You'll discover that the Sun doesn't actually move across the sky—it's our Earth that's constantly spinning like a top! Learn all about Earth's rotation, the 24...

Explore the curiosities of our galaxy with this comprehensive, digestible guide to astronomy! Too often, textbooks obscure the beauty and wonder of outer space with tedious discourse that even Galileo would oppose. Astronomy 101 cuts out the boring details and lengthy explanations, and instead...

Have you ever wondered if the Earth is actually flat? The ground we walk on certainly looks flat, so how can we be sure we live on a giant, round ball? Get ready to become a science detective in "Is Earth Actually Flat?: Fun Science For Children" and uncover the clues that prove our planet's true shape! This exciting and easy-to-understand book takes young readers on a scientific mission to solve one of history's biggest puzzles. You'll learn how to use your own observation skills to find evidence, just like the clever scientists of the past. Discover the amazing secret of ships ...

Have you ever gazed up at the stars and wondered just how big our cosmic neighborhood really is? Embark on an unforgettable imaginary journey in "How Big Is the Solar System?", a beautifully illustrated educational science book that makes the vastness of space feel wonderfully accessible for young readers. Join a curious girl named Lily as she asks her dad one of the biggest questions of all and discovers the true scale of our solar system in a way she’ll never forget. This book is the perfect introduction to astronomy for children, simplifying enormous concepts with charming analogies ...

How living in space will affect future generations—and what the potential unintended consequences of space settlements are. We are on the cusp of a golden age of space travel in which, for the first time, it will be possible for large numbers of people to venture into space. Some intend to...

An educational podcast for children in which we travel back in time to the 4th century AD, to the city of Alexandria, to meet one of the most brilliant minds of antiquity: Hypatia. Hypatia was an exceptional teacher who, thanks to the teachings of her father Theon, broke with the norms of her time. While other girls had little access to education, she mastered geometry, algebra, and astronomy and eventually became the leader of the "Alexandrian Neoplatonists.

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Thirteen extraordinary essays shed new light on the mystery of the universe—and on one of the most brilliant thinkers of our time. “[Hawking] sprinkles his explanations with a wry sense of humor and a keen awareness that the sciences today delve not only into...

"Astronomy: A Quick Read" is a fascinating exploration of the cosmos in bite-sized articles tailored for readers of all ages. Delve into the wonders of our Solar System, from the majestic Sun to the enigmatic Pluto, and unravel the mysteries of moons, asteroids, and comets. Witness the celestial dance of lunar and solar eclipses, and marvel at the cosmic ballet of meteors streaking through the night sky. Journey through galaxies, including our own Milky Way, and ponder the vastness of the Universe and theories like the Big Bang and Multiverse. Encounter celestial phenomena like black holes,...