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Archimedes to Hawking: Laws of Science and the Great Minds Behind Them,Used
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Archimedes to Hawking takes the reader on a journey across the centuries as it explores the eponymous physical lawsfrom Archimedes' Law of Buoyancy and Kepler's Laws of Planetary Motion to Heisenberg's Uncertainty Principle and Hubble's Law of Cosmic Expansionwhose ramifications have profoundly altered our everyday lives and our understanding of the universe.Throughout this fascinating book, Clifford Pickover invites us to share in the amazing adventures of brilliant, quirky, and passionate people after whom these laws are named. These lawgivers turn out to be a fascinating, diverse, and sometimes eccentric group of people. Many were extremely versatile polymathshuman dynamos with a seemingly infinite supply of curiosity and energy and who worked in many different areas in science. Others had nonconventional educations and displayed their unusual talents from an early age. Some experienced resistance to their ideas, causing significant personal anguish. Pickover examines more than 40 great laws, providing brief and cogent introductions to the science behind the laws as well as engaging biographies of such scientists as Newton, Faraday, Ohm, Curie, and Planck. Throughout, he includes fascinating, littleknown tidbits relating to the law or lawgiver, and he provides crossreferences to other laws or equations mentioned in the book. For several entries, he includes simple numerical examples and solved problems so that readers can have a handson understanding of the application of the law.A sweeping survey of scientific discovery as well as an intriguing portrait gallery of some of the greatest minds in history, this superb volume will engage everyone interested in science and the physical world or in the dazzling creativity of these brilliant thinkers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Archimedes to Hawking'? A: 'Archimedes to Hawking' explores significant physical laws throughout history and the influential scientists behind them, highlighting their contributions to science and the universe.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Archimedes to Hawking' is Clifford Pickover, who delves into the lives of various scientists and their groundbreaking laws.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Archimedes to Hawking' contains a total of 528 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of scientific laws and their creators.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in hardcover binding, ensuring durability and a quality reading experience.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone without a science background? A: Yes, 'Archimedes to Hawking' is written to engage a broad audience, including those without a science background, with accessible explanations and anecdotes.
- Q: Are there any numerical examples included in the book? A: Yes, the book includes simple numerical examples and solved problems to help readers understand the application of the laws discussed.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'Archimedes to Hawking' was published on April 16, 2008.
- Q: Does the book include biographies of the scientists? A: Yes, the book features engaging biographies of notable scientists like Newton, Faraday, and Curie, providing insight into their lives and work.
- Q: What topics does the book cover? A: 'Archimedes to Hawking' covers various physical laws, their implications, and the historical context of the scientists who formulated them.
- Q: Can this book be a good gift for science enthusiasts? A: Absolutely, 'Archimedes to Hawking' serves as an excellent gift for anyone interested in science, history, or the remarkable minds behind scientific advancements.