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23) The amazing story of quantum mechanics: a math-free exploration of the science that made our world
Author
Publisher
Tantor Media
Pub. Date
p2010
Language
English
Description
Using illustrations and examples from science fiction pulp magazines and comic books, James Kakalios explains the fundamental principles of quantum mechanics that underlie the world today. He also shows how future breakthroughs will make possible ever more advanced medical diagnostic devices, and perhaps even power stations on the moon that can beam their power to Earth.
Author
Language
English
Description
This book begins with the earliest speculations and investigations of matter by the Greeks and Romans, and then, step by step and century by century, it traces the path of discovery that revealed more and more of the nature of the atom, of light, of gravity, or the electromagnetic force and even the nature and structure of the universe. It also encompasses such phenomena as light and electricity; the protons, neutrons, and quarks that are the fundamental...
Author
Publisher
Storey Pub
Pub. Date
c2007
Language
English
Description
Equine behavior expert Jessica Jahiel answers your questions about the miscommunications and troublesome situations that crop up during training sessions. She breaks down goals into small achievable steps, helps trainers reverse the ill effects of bad training, and shows the way to better, more trusting horse/human relationships
27) Mystic places
Publisher
Time-Life Books
Pub. Date
1987
Language
English
Description
Examines the myths and paranormal phenomena concerning Atlantis, the Great Pyramid, the meaning of the megaliths, and other archaeological findings.
28) Cosmic duality
Publisher
Time-Life Books
Pub. Date
[1991]
Language
English
Description
Investigates the history and nature of paranormal activities such as demonic activity, creation myths, and philosophies of good evil.
29) Go, go America
Author
Publisher
Scholastic Press
Pub. Date
2008.
Language
English
Description
A collection of odd facts, including festivals, contests, and laws,about the states of the United States.
Author
Series
Publisher
Good Books
Pub. Date
1995
Language
English
Description
Sensitively answers the most common inquiries about Amish and Mennonite peoples. Authoritative, sympathetic, and thorough. 20 Most Asked Questions looks at origins, dress, pacifism, education, weddings, funerals, and food, as well as many other facets of Amish and Mennonite life. This book has sold more than 200,000 copies.
1. What is the difference between the Amish and the Mennonites?
2. When and how did these people get started?
3. Are they a...
Author
Language
English
Description
"What have you always wanted to know about Indians? Do you feel like you should already know the answers--or are concerned that your questions may be offensive? For more than a decade, Anton Treuer's clear, candid, and informative book has answered questions for tens of thousands of readers. This revised edition both revisits old questions from a new perspective and expands on topics that have become increasingly relevant over the past decade, including...
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
Español
Description
Descubre los hechos esenciales sobre los héroes eternos de Marvel Comics como el Capitán América, Spider-Man y Iron Man, y villanos como Thanos, Loki y Kingpin. Manténgase al día con el Universo Marvel en constante expansión con esta nueva edición de la Enciclopedia Marvel más vendida de DK. Actualizado y expandido, este Who's Who de Marvel Comics revela información vital e historias secretas de más de 1200 personajes clásicos y nuevos...