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More copies of this ISBNThe Instant Physicistby Richard A. Muller
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:Richard A. Muller demonstrated in his recent bestseller, Physics for Future Presidents, that he has a unique talent for delivering the “aha” moment—making difficult topics accessible. In The Instant Physicist he shows his ability to entertain, too, by presenting the best of the scientific curiosities he has assembled over his distinguished career. Assisted by award-winning cartoonist Joey Manfre, who has created an original color cartoon for each “physics bite,” Muller will have readers chuckling while they’re absorbing more science than they ever thought possible. From the surprising (chocolate has more energy in it than TNT) to the scary (even kids can make a bomb), this book contains a revelation on every page. Once finished with this page-turner, readers will be the stars of their next cocktail party.
The book consists of a color cartoon on each right-hand page and explanatory text on the left. Book News Annotation:Muller (physics, U. of California-Berkeley) has teamed with artist Manfre to create this entertaining collection of interesting physics lessons. The text measures 5.5x8" and each paragraph-long physics lesson is accompanied by a related comic illustration. Readers interested in learning about the energy output of the sun or how TVs compensate for being unable to display the color white will find the lessons in this book to be both accessible and amusing. No table of contents or index is provided, but readers frustrated by these omissions or those hoping to use this text as a scientific reference should consider other options. Annotation ©2011 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Synopsis:Wine is radioactive? Organic foods have more poison in them than those grown with pesticides? Best-selling author Richard A. Muller enlightens us.
Synopsis:Muller ("Physics for Future Presidents") presents the best of the scientific curiosities he has assembled over his distinguished career. From the surprising (chocolate has more energy in it than TNT) to the scary (even kids can make a bomb), this book contains a revelation on every page. Illustrations.
About the AuthorRichard A. Muller is professor of physics at the University of California, Berkeley. He is a past winner of the MacArthur Fellowship. His book Physics for Future Presidents is based on his renowned course for non-science students. He lives in Berkeley, California.Joey Manfre is an award-winning illustrator/cartoonist. He lives in Berkeley, California.
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