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The physics book / Ben Still, consultant editor ; contributors, John Farndon [and six others] ; foreword by Jim Al-Khalili.

Farndon, John, (author.). Still, Ben, (editor.). Al-Khalili, Jim, 1962- (writer of foreword.).

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Prince Rupert Library 530 Farn (Text) 33294002080026 Adult Non-Fiction Volume hold Available -

Record details

  • ISBN: 9781465491022
  • ISBN: 1465491023
  • Physical Description: 335 pages : illustrations (some colour) ; 24 cm
  • Edition: First American edition.
  • Publisher: New York : DK Publishing, 2020.

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Bibliography, etc. Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Summary, etc.:
"Using a bold, graphics-led approach, [this book] sets out more than 80 of the key concepts and discoveries that have defined the subject [of physics] and influenced our technology since the beginning of time. With the focus ... on unpacking the thought behind each theory--as well as exploring when and how each idea and breakthrough came about--[seven] themed chapters examine the history and developments in specific areas such as light, sound, and electricity"-- Publisher marketing.

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