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Zen Physics

The Science of Death, the Logic of Reincarnation

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Acclaimed astrophysicist David Darling comes well-armed with both science and mysticism to provide a theory of consciousness and its final conclusion. The science of death and the logic of reincarnation give pause to our current thinking process. Yet, after reading this book you can nod our head in understanding and move on, more mature perhaps in knowing we do live on in some sense. Just not in ... Read more

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Acclaimed astrophysicist David Darling comes well-armed with both science and mysticism to provide a theory of consciousness and its final conclusion. The science of death and the logic of reincarnation give pause to our current thinking process. Yet, after reading this book you can nod our head in understanding and move on, more mature perhaps in knowing we do live on in some sense. Just not in
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The Universal Book of Mathematics

From Abracadabra to Zeno's Paradoxes

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Praise for David DarlingThe Universal Book of Astronomy"A first-rate resource for readers and students of popular astronomy and general science. . . . Highly recommended."-Library Journal"A comprehensive survey and . . . a rare treat."-FocusThe Complete Book of Spaceflight"Darling's content and presentation will have any reader moving from entry to entry."-The Observatory magazineLife Everywhere ... Read more

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Praise for David DarlingThe Universal Book of Astronomy"A first-rate resource for readers and students of popular astronomy and general science. . . . Highly recommended."-Library Journal"A comprehensive survey and . . . a rare treat."-FocusThe Complete Book of Spaceflight"Darling's content and presentation will have any reader moving from entry to entry."-The Observatory magazineLife Everywhere
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The Universal Book of Astronomy

From the Andromeda Galaxy to the Zone of Avoidance

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The ultimate guide to the final frontierThis alphabetical tour of the universe provides all the history, science, and up-to-the-minute facts needed to explore the skies with authority. Packed with more than 3,000 entries that cover everything from major observatories and space telescopes to biographies of astronomers throughout the ages, it showcases an extraordinary array of newfound wonders, ... Read more

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The ultimate guide to the final frontierThis alphabetical tour of the universe provides all the history, science, and up-to-the-minute facts needed to explore the skies with authority. Packed with more than 3,000 entries that cover everything from major observatories and space telescopes to biographies of astronomers throughout the ages, it showcases an extraordinary array of newfound wonders,
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Weirder Maths

At the Edge of the Possible

by David Darling, Agnijo Banerjee ...

Even the most enthusiastic of maths students probably at one time wondered when exactly it would all prove useful in ‘real life’. Well, maths reaches so far and wide through our world that, love it or hate it, we’re all doing maths almost every minute of every day.David Darling and Agnijo Banerjee go in search of the perfect labyrinth, journey back to the second century in pursuit of ‘bubble maths ... Read more

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Even the most enthusiastic of maths students probably at one time wondered when exactly it would all prove useful in ‘real life’. Well, maths reaches so far and wide through our world that, love it or hate it, we’re all doing maths almost every minute of every day.David Darling and Agnijo Banerjee go in search of the perfect labyrinth, journey back to the second century in pursuit of ‘bubble maths
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The Biggest Number in the World

A Journey to the Edge of Mathematics

by David Darling, Agnijo Banerjee ...

From cells in our bodies to measuring the universe, big numbers are everywhereWe all know that numbers go on forever, that you could spend your life counting and never reach the end of the line, so there can’t be such a thing as a ‘biggest number’. Or can there?To find out, David Darling and Agnijo Banerjee embark on an epic quest, revealing the answers to questions like: are there more grains of ... Read more

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From cells in our bodies to measuring the universe, big numbers are everywhereWe all know that numbers go on forever, that you could spend your life counting and never reach the end of the line, so there can’t be such a thing as a ‘biggest number’. Or can there?To find out, David Darling and Agnijo Banerjee embark on an epic quest, revealing the answers to questions like: are there more grains of
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A Perfect Harmony

Music, Mathematics and Science

by David Darling ...

A melodic odyssey through the interwoven worlds of music, physics and mathematicsFrom the earliest of civilisations, humans have found ways to make music, whether through makeshift drums or artfully drilled bone flutes. But how did music – effectively little more than a series of certain tones and rhythms – become so integral to the human experience?Untangling the curious links between notes and ... Read more

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A melodic odyssey through the interwoven worlds of music, physics and mathematicsFrom the earliest of civilisations, humans have found ways to make music, whether through makeshift drums or artfully drilled bone flutes. But how did music – effectively little more than a series of certain tones and rhythms – become so integral to the human experience?Untangling the curious links between notes and
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Teleportation

The Impossible Leap

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An authoritative, entertaining examination of the ultimate thrill rideUntil recently the stuff of sci-fi fiction and Star Trek reruns, teleportation has become a reality-for subatomic particles at least. In this eye-opening book, science author David Darling follows the remarkable evolution of teleportation, visiting the key labs that have cradled this cutting-edge science and relating the all-too ... Read more

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An authoritative, entertaining examination of the ultimate thrill rideUntil recently the stuff of sci-fi fiction and Star Trek reruns, teleportation has become a reality-for subatomic particles at least. In this eye-opening book, science author David Darling follows the remarkable evolution of teleportation, visiting the key labs that have cradled this cutting-edge science and relating the all-too
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Gravity's Arc

The Story of Gravity from Aristotle to Einstein and Beyond

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Advance Praise for Gravity's Arc"A beautifully written exposition of the still mysterious force that holds our universe together--and the even more mysterious dark twin that may blow it apart."--Joshua Gilder, coauthor of Heavenly Intrigue"A lucid book as up-to-date as the effect of gravity on the bones of astronauts."--Denis Brian, author of The Unexpected EinsteinHow did they do it?How did one ... Read more

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Advance Praise for Gravity's Arc"A beautifully written exposition of the still mysterious force that holds our universe together--and the even more mysterious dark twin that may blow it apart."--Joshua Gilder, coauthor of Heavenly Intrigue"A lucid book as up-to-date as the effect of gravity on the bones of astronauts."--Denis Brian, author of The Unexpected EinsteinHow did they do it?How did one
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Deep Time

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What would it be like to see the whole history of the universe, from the moment of creation to the farthest future? Deep Time shows us – through the eyes of a single particle that emerges from the fires of genesis then journeys across countless billions of years to glimpse the ultimate fate of the cosmos. ... Read more

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What would it be like to see the whole history of the universe, from the moment of creation to the farthest future? Deep Time shows us – through the eyes of a single particle that emerges from the fires of genesis then journeys across countless billions of years to glimpse the ultimate fate of the cosmos.
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The Extraterrestrial Encyclopedia

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The Extraterrestrial Encyclopedia is an A-to-Z of the search for life in the Universe. Entries cover astrobiology, the origins and evolution of life, the hunt for exoplanets, SETI, and extraterrestrial life in science fiction, philosophy, and popular speculation (including UFOs). The book is written in an engaging style for the layperson and contains numerous B&W illustrations. ... Read more

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The Extraterrestrial Encyclopedia is an A-to-Z of the search for life in the Universe. Entries cover astrobiology, the origins and evolution of life, the hunt for exoplanets, SETI, and extraterrestrial life in science fiction, philosophy, and popular speculation (including UFOs). The book is written in an engaging style for the layperson and contains numerous B&W illustrations.
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Life Everywhere

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To many people, the main question about extraterrestrial life is whether or not it exists. But to the scientific community, that question has already been answered: It does. So confident are scientists of the existence of life on other planets that they've invested serious amounts of money, time and prestige in finding and studying it. NASA has started an Institute of Astrobiology, for instance, ... Read more

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To many people, the main question about extraterrestrial life is whether or not it exists. But to the scientific community, that question has already been answered: It does. So confident are scientists of the existence of life on other planets that they've invested serious amounts of money, time and prestige in finding and studying it. NASA has started an Institute of Astrobiology, for instance,
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Ka-boom!

The Science of Extremes

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What’s the brightest light on Earth? The coldest corner of the universe? The blackest material ever made? The most poisonous substance in nature?‘You will learn something new in every chapter, on every page and probably in every paragraph. Hugely entertaining.’ Kit Yates, author of The Maths of Life and DeathKa-boom! probes extremes of size and speed, depth and density, and reveals the stickiest, ... Read more

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What’s the brightest light on Earth? The coldest corner of the universe? The blackest material ever made? The most poisonous substance in nature?‘You will learn something new in every chapter, on every page and probably in every paragraph. Hugely entertaining.’ Kit Yates, author of The Maths of Life and DeathKa-boom! probes extremes of size and speed, depth and density, and reveals the stickiest,
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