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  • Supermassive

    Black Holes at the Beginning and End of the Universe

    by James Trefil, Shobita Satyapal ...
    Black holes, demystified: follow along the quest to understand the history and influence of one of space science's most fascinating and confounding phenomenaLed by physicist James Trefil and astrophysicist Shobita Satyapal, this book traverses the incredible history of black holes and introduces contemporary developments and theories on still unanswered questions about the enigmatic objects. From ... Read more

    $17.99 USD

    Also available as: Audiobook

    Also available as: Audiobook

  • Are We Unique

    A Scientist Explores the Unparalleled Intelligence of the Human Mind

    by James Trefil ...
    In this fascinating book on an exciting and timely topic, James Trefil explores just exactly what it is that is so special about the human mind that sets us so far from all the other animals and that also makes it impossible to design a computer that coul ... Read more

    $14.39 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Next Big Thing

    Innovations for a Better, Smarter, Stronger Tomorrow

    by James Trefil, Rob Marciano ...
    Experience the world's most promising technological innovations and the science behind them in this entertaining photo-rich book.For futurists and sci-tech enthusiasts, every page reveals advances powering our future, with on-site interviews, deep explainers, and helpful visuals.What will our future look like?In The Next Big Thing, meteorologist and science reporter Rob Marciano invites readers to ... Read more

    $14.99 USD

  • A Scientist at the Seashore

    by James S. Trefil ...
    "A marvelous excursion from the beach to the ends of the solar system . . . captivating."—The New York Times"So easy to understand yet so dense with knowledge that you'll never look at waves on a beach the same way again."—San Francisco Chronicle"One of the best popular science books."—The Kansas City Star"Perfect for the weekend scientist."—The Richmond News-LeaderA noted physicist and popular ... Read more

    $9.79 USD

  • Nothing Matters

    Exploring the Quantum Vacuum

    by James Trefil ...
    A BOOK ABOUT NOTHING: explore how humanity has conceptualized "nothingness" to make sense of a universe born from a vacuumThe quantum vacuum is a state where virtual particles pop in and out of existence, making it neither "nothing" nor "something," but still the closest we can come to pure nothingness. Physicist and Supermassive author James Trefil leads a tour through the quantum vacuum to ... Read more

    $17.99 USD

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  • Imagined Life

    A Speculative Scientific Journey among the Exoplanets in Search of Intelligent Aliens, Ice Creatures, and Supergravity Animals

    by James Trefil, Michael Summers ...
    **The captivating possibilities of extraterrestrial life on exoplanets, based on current scientific knowledge of existing worlds and forms of life2023 Canopus Awards for Interstellar Writing Finalist**It is now known that we live in a galaxy with more planets than stars. The Milky Way alone encompasses 30 trillion potential home planets. Scientists Trefil and Summers bring readers on a marvelous ... Read more

    $17.99 USD

    Also available as: Audiobook

    Also available as: Audiobook

  • The Moment of Creation

    Big Bang Physics from Before the First Millisecond to the Present Universe

    by James S. Trefil ...
    "Trefil surpasses almost all other scientists writing about science." — The New York Times"Fascinating reading. A mind-stretching book." — John Barkham ReviewsOne of the founders of modern quark theory traverses the eons to bring readers within the first millisecond of the Big Bang. Trefil employs minimal mathematics in this compelling and lucid narrative, which not only offers a remarkable view ... Read more

    $8.69 USD

  • Introduction to the Physics of Fluids and Solids

    by James S. Trefil ...
    Series series Dover Books on Physics
    Written by a well-known science author, this introductory text explores the physics of solids and the field of hydrodynamics. It focuses on modern applications, rather than mathematical formalism, with particular emphasis on geophysics, astrophysics, and medical physics. Suitable for a one-semester course, it is geared toward advanced undergraduate physics students and graduate science students. ... Read more

    $9.89 USD

  • Audiobook

    Cosmic Queries

    StarTalk’s Guide to Who We Are, How We Got Here, and Where We’re Going

    by Neil deGrasse Tyson, James Trefil, James Trefil ...
    Narrated by Neil deGrasse Tyson, Lauren Fortgang ...

    Unabridged

    6 hours 18 min

    For science geeks, space and physics nerds, and all who want to understand their place in the universe, this enlightening new book from Neil deGrasse Tyson offers a unique take on the mysteries and curiosities of the cosmos, building on rich material from his beloved StarTalk podcast.In this illuminating audiobook, Tyson and coauthor James Trefil, a renowned physicist and science popularizer, take ... Read more

    $16.95 USD

  • Audiobook

    Supermassive

    Black Holes at the Beginning and End of the Universe

    by James Trefil, Shobita Satyapal ...
    Narrated by Fred Sanders ...

    Unabridged

    7 hours 59 min

    Black holes, demystified: follow along the quest to understand the history and influence of one of space science's most fascinating and confounding phenomenaLed by physicist James Trefil and astrophysicist Shobita Satyapal, this book traverses the incredible history of black holes and introduces contemporary developments and theories on still unanswered questions about the enigmatic objects. From ... Read more

    $22.00 USD

    Also available as: eBook

    Also available as: eBook

  • Human Nature

    A Blueprint for Managing the Earth—by People, for People

    by James Trefil ...
    A radical approach to the environment which argues that by harnessing the power of science for human benefit, we can have a healthier planetAs a prizewinning theoretical physicist and an outspoken advocate for scientific literacy, James Trefil has long been the public's guide to a better understanding of the world. In this provocative book, Trefil looks squarely at our environmental future and ... Read more

    $12.99 USD

  • Science in World History

    by James Trefil ...
    Series series Themes in World History
    In Science in World History, James Trefil presents a comprehensive, thematic survey of the history of science from its roots in different cultures around the world through to the present day. He explores crucial milestones in scientific development and at the same time examines the enormous social and intellectual changes they initiated.Opening with a discussion of the key elements of modern ... Read more

    $66.99 USD