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  • Fragments of Infinity

    A Kaleidoscope of Math and Art

    de Ivars Peterson ...
    A visual journey to the intersection of math and imagination, guided by an award-winning authorMathematics is right brain work, art left brain, right? Not so. This intriguing book shows how intertwined the disciplines are. Portraying the work of many contemporary artists in media from metals to glass to snow, Fragments of Infinity draws us into the mysteries of one-sided surfaces, four-dimensional ... Leer más

    $12.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

  • Newton's Clock

    Chaos in the Solar System

    de Ivars Peterson ...
    An up-to-date look at one of science's greatest detective stories: the search for order in the workings of the solar system— "Masterly. . . . Eminently readable. . . . Lucid" ( Wall Street Journal )."[Peterson] is well-suited to wean the general reader away from one of everyday science's most comforting and tenacious illusions—namely, that the solar system operates on a giant stable clockwork ... Leer más

    $12.99 USD

  • The Mathematical Tourist

    New and Updated Snapshots of Modern Mathematics

    de Ivars Peterson ...
    "A top-notch survey of the frontiers of contemporary mathematics. . . . accessible to nonexpert but attentive readers." — Los Angeles TimesIn the first edition of The Mathematical Tourist, renowned science journalist Ivars Peterson took readers on an unforgettable tour through the sometimes bizarre, but always fascinating, landscape of modern mathematics. Now the journey continues in a new, ... Leer más

    $12.99 USD

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  • The Failure Advantage

    Why Setbacks Are Your Secret Weapon for Success

    de Matthew Egan ...
    Forget everything you think you know about failure. The most successful people don't avoid failure - they transform it into their greatest competitive edge.Are you tired of feeling like one misstep could expose you-or set you back for good?If you're a high-achieving professional who secretly fears failure, you're not alone. You mask it with polished performance, long hours, and constant ... Leer más

    $3.99 USD

  • Hair of the Dog to Paint the Town Red

    The Curious Origins of Everyday Sayings and Fun Phrases

    de Andrew Thompson ...
    Discover hundreds of intriguing, entertaining & often hilarious origins to the English language's most curious phrases in this trivia book from a bestselling author.English is filled with interesting phrases. This book reveals the surprising, captivating and even hilarious origins behind 400 of them, including:• Read between the Lines• Cat Got Your Tongue?• Put a Sock in It• Close, but No Cigar• ... Leer más

    $12.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

  • A Measure of Intelligence

    One Mother's Reckoning with the IQ Test

    de Pepper Stetler ...
    In a quest to advocate for her daughter, Pepper Stetler uncovers the dark history of the IQ test, leading her to question what exactly we are measuring when we measure intelligence.When Pepper Stetler learned that her daughter, Louisa, who has Down Syndrome, would be required to take periodic IQ tests to secure support in school, she asked a simple question: Why? The hunt for an answer set Stetler ... Leer más

    $12.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

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  • Props: A History of Power in 7 Lessons

    de Norm Coady ...
    Are you nostalgic for simpler times? Do you miss your favorite history teacher, the one that gave you perspective and kept you laughing? Come back to class. Buy Props and let Norm Coady take you on a trip from Caesar to Kennedy, from Wittenberg to St. Petersburg.Learn how seashells led to the first global conflict. Discover how a piece of chalk laid the groundwork for totalitarianism. Follow an ... Leer más

    $6.99 USD

  • Curiosities Revealed

    Astonishing Facts for the Inquisitive Mind

    de Seraphina Lewis ...
    Hungry for a treasure trove of weird and wonderful facts beyond your wildest imagination? Then keep on reading...Did you know that trees collaborate, communicate, and engage in chemical warfare?Or that humans are better at smelling rain than sharks are at smelling blood?Or that Napoleon once fought a pack of tame rabbits... and lost?Sometimes, life gets boring. Your sense of wonder often gets lost ... Leer más

    $4.99 USD

  • Physics 100 Ideas in 100 Words

    A Whistle-stop Tour of Science's Key Concepts

    de DK ...
    Satisfy your scientific curiosity and learn about physics' big ideas in a small number of words. Get facts at your fingertips with the beautifully illustrated 100 Ideas in 100 Words.One of the first in a series, this book introduces essential areas of physics such as fundamental forces, energy, motion, and quantum physics, and explains the 100 key ideas of each topic in just 100 words! Perfect for ... Leer más

    $7.99 USD

  • The Science of Fermentation

    de DK, Robin Sherriff ...
    Series series The Science of Food
    “This deserves a slot on the kitchen shelf of every passionate cook” DAVID ZILBER**“A vital resource for the ferment-curious” JAMES READ“This book will inspire a whole new generation of fermenters” KENJI MORIMOTO“A rich resource that enlightens and inspires” MARK DIACONOEnter a marvelous microbial world and explore the fascinating science of fermented foods.**Every culture has a long history of ... Leer más

    $12.99 USD

  • The Joy of Science

    de Jim Al-Khalili ...
    Quantum physicist, New York Times bestselling author, and BBC host Jim Al-Khalili reveals how 8 lessons from the heart of science can help you get the most out of lifeToday’s world is unpredictable and full of contradictions, and navigating its complexities while trying to make the best decisions is far from easy. The Joy of Science presents 8 short lessons on how to unlock the clarity, ... Leer más

    $13.09 USD

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  • The Thirty Years War, 1618–1648

    The First Global War and the End of the Habsburg Supremacy

    de John Pike ...
    The 'Defenestration of Prague', the coup d'etat staged by Protestant Bohemian nobles against officials of the Hapsburg Emperor triggered the Thirty Years War. When Habsburg Spain intervened in support of their Holy Roman Emperor relative, what had started as a localised political and religious dispute in Germany, transformed into a European and global conflict. In seeking to exploit the Bohemian ... Leer más

    $17.29 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus