Popular science

Weaves together climate research with anthropological and archaeological studies showing how climate change has made us who we are today.

A controversial challenge to current views of evolution, for the general reader.

This book presents a wonderfully written account of how synergy has influenced evolution, human society and technology.

Using science headlines and everyday examples, this engaging book describes why science is uncertain for the general reader.

Eight essays discussing the nature of time, ideal for the general reader.

A timely and comprehensive text on silicon heterostructures, covering physics, modeling techniques and device applications.

The authors demonstrate that the imperfections in technology are related to the uncertainties in science described in the first volume.

A fascinating popular account of the intricate relationships between meat-eaters and humankind.

A 24-hour practical guide to skywatching.

This 2002 book provides a cultural and ecological history of European impact on the Great Barrier Reef.

Popular science tour de force from bestselling authors, on evolution of intelligence, culture and mind.

Comprehensive review of the ecology of freshwater bivalves and gastropods worldwide.

A wide-ranging and illuminating account of how our understanding of the world has developed by uncovering ''hidden unities'' in nature.

Second edition of Freeman Dyson''s fascinating examination of the origins of life on earth.

This 2001 book covers motivation for theoretical analysis and present experimental capabilities of electron scattering, with pedagogical examples.

A systematic, carefully reasoned, but non-technical analysis of the nature and significance of scientific knowledge.

Leading astrophysicists give personal accounts of their work and desire to understand our Universe.

A fascinating account of how organisms are able to live in, or survive, extreme conditions.

A close look at the codes and ciphers used by private individuals, spies, governments and industry throughout history.

Leading young scientists give engaging reviews of their research areas and exciting visions of future developments.

Originally published in 2003, this is the first unabridged edition of The Life of Erasmus Darwin, edited by Desmond King-Hele.

Praise for The Science of Sherlock Holmes"e;Holmes is, first, a great detective, but he has also proven to be a great scientist, whether dabbling with poisons, tobacco ash, or tire marks.

How do plants make their own food?

"e;Deals in a very entertaining way with problems in normal life related to mathematics, luck, coincidence, gambling.

Why do leopards grow spots when tigers grow stripes?

A wealth of evidence for doubters and disbelievers"e;Whether it's the latest shark cartilage scam, or some new 'repressed memory' idiocy that besets you, I suggest you carry a copy of this dictionary at all times, or at least have it within reach as first aid for psychic attacks.

A guided tour through the strange and sometimes dangerous microscopic world
Germs are everywhere--in our intestines and on our skin as well as on kitchen counters, public toilets, doorknobs, and just about everything else.

"e;Christopher Wanjek uses a take-no-prisoners approach in debunkingthe outrageous nonsense being heaped on a gullible public in thename of science and medicine.

The truth about superpowers .

Did you know.

Advance praise for Philip Plait s Bad Astronomy "e;Bad Astronomy is just plain good!

The common language of genius: Eureka!

A LIVELY EXPLORATION OF THE BIGGEST QUESTIONS IN SCIENCE How Did the Universe Begin?

The current high demand for fish and increased awareness of the role of the environment in supporting human well being has led to a situation where attitudes to inland water resources are changing rapidly.

A scientific look at zombies-the ultimate guide to how the other half lives (or not)How fast and far would a zombie infection spread?

Have you ever wondered what s happening in your brain as you go through a typical day and night?

Have you ever wondered what s happening in your brain as you go through a typical day and night?

An accessible look at the hottest topic in physics and the experiments that will transform our understanding of the universeThe biggest news in science today is the Large Hadron Collider, the world's largest and most powerful particle-smasher, and the anticipation of finally discovering the Higgs boson particle.

A playful and entertaining look at science on The SimpsonsThis amusing book explores science as presented on the longest-running and most popular animated TV series ever made: The Simpsons.

Uncover the mysteries that lie within your calculator This remarkable book explores the simple internal calculator processes algorithms and programs that tell us, for example, that the cosine of 56?

O brave new world, That has such people in t!

A #1New York Times Bestseller!

The August 2017 solar eclipse is the chance of a lifetime for astronomer Shadia Habbalyears of planning come down to one moment of totality.

For fans of the Who Was series, this lively, accessible, and full-color chapter book biography shows how a self-taught scientist was the first to observe the microbial life in and around us.

The artificial noise in our lives is a debris field of arbitrary and often harmful signals.

WINNER OF THE INVESTIGATIVE FOOD WORK AWARD AT THE GUILD OF FOOD WRITERS AWARDS 2023'The most incredible book' Delia Smith'Persuasive, entertaining and well researched' Sunday TimesPlant-based is best for health, go vegan to help save the planet, eat less meat.