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The New World of Mr Tompkins: George Gamow's Classic Mr Tompkins in Paperback,Used
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Mr. Tompkins is back! The mildmannered bank clerk with the short attention span and vivid imagination has inspired, charmed, and informed young and old alike since the publication of the hugely successful Mr Tompkins in Paperback (by George Gamow) in 1965. Now, this highly affable character returns to embark on a set of adventures that explore the extreme edges of the universethe smallest, the largest, the fastest, and the farthest. Just by following the experiences and dreams of Mr. Tompkins, readers discover and come to know the merry dance of cosmic mysteries, including: Einstein's theory of relativity, bizarre effects near lightspeed, the birth and death of the universe, black holes, quarks, space warps and antimatter, the fuzzy world of the quantum, and that ultimate cosmic mysterylove. The story of Mr. Tompkins' journey to the frontiers of modern physics will delight and inform all readers. Russell Stannard is a bestselling popular science writer and the author of the critically acclaimed Uncle Albert series of science books for children.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'The New World of Mr Tompkins'? A: The main theme of 'The New World of Mr Tompkins' revolves around exploring complex concepts in modern physics through the adventures of Mr. Tompkins, making them accessible and engaging for readers of all ages.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The New World of Mr Tompkins' is George Gamow, a renowned physicist and popular science writer.
- Q: What age group is this book suitable for? A: This book is suitable for a wide range of age groups, including children and adults, as it simplifies complex scientific ideas in an enjoyable manner.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 272 pages.
- Q: Is this book a new or used copy? A: The listing states that this is a new copy of the book.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'The New World of Mr Tompkins' published? A: The book was published on August 6, 2001.
- Q: What scientific concepts are covered in this book? A: The book covers various scientific concepts, including Einstein's theory of relativity, black holes, quantum mechanics, and the nature of the universe.
- Q: Is there any specific edition for this book? A: Yes, this is an updated edition of 'The New World of Mr Tompkins'.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as being in new condition.