Science
Discover a range of science books, including fiction novels about science, intriguing science facts, and essential physics books. Explore the best sci-fi books and top-selling science titles
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Quantum Bullsh*t: How to Ruin Your Life with Advice from Quantum PhysicsScience is so f*cking rad. We don't deserve it.What actually is quantum physics? If you can answer that questions without bullsh*tting the person standing next to you in the bookstore, you can stop reading right now. But although most of us don't actually understand...
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On Giving UpOne of The New York Times Critics' Picks of the Year From acclaimed psychoanalyst Adam Phillips, a meditation on what we must give up to feel more alive. To give up or not to give up? The question can feel inescapable but the answer...
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Ocean Life in the Time of DinosaursA richly illustrated introduction to the spectacular reptiles that swam the oceans when dinosaurs roamed the land During the Mesozoic era, 252 to 66 million years ago, dinosaurs ruled the land, but the ocean deeps were roiling with equally spectacular reptiles--including giant predators. This...
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National Geographic the Photo Ark: One Man's Quest to Document the World's AnimalsThe lush and unique photography in this book represents National Geographic's Photo Ark, a major initiative and lifelong project by photographer Joel Sartore to make portraits of the world's animals--especially those that are endangered. His powerful message, conveyed with humor, compassion, and art: to...
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Moonwalking with Einstein: The Art and Science of Remembering EverythingThe bestselling, blockbuster phenomenon that charts an amazing journey of the mind while revolutionizing our concept of memory "Highly entertaining." --Adam Gopnik, The New Yorker "Funny, curious, erudite, and full of useful details about ancient techniques of training memory." --The Boston GlobeAn instant bestseller...
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Memory CraftGroundbreaking anthropologist and memory champion Lynne Kelly reveals how we can use ancient and traditional mnemonic methods to enhance and expand our memory.Our brain is a muscle. Like our bodies, it needs exercise. In the last few hundred years, we have stopped training our...
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Lucid Dying: The New Science Revolutionizing How We Understand Life and DeathFrom internationally renowned expert in resuscitation and New York Times bestselling author Sam Parnia, MD, PhD, comes a groundbreaking look at what happens to us when we die, based on the largest-ever research study run on recalled experiences of death. Today, for the first...
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Lessons from PlantsAn exploration of how plant behavior and adaptation offer valuable insights for human thriving. We know that plants are important. They maintain the atmosphere by absorbing carbon dioxide and producing oxygen. They nourish other living organisms and supply psychological benefits to humans as well,...
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Lawns Into Meadows, 2nd Edition: Growing a Regenerative LandscapeAs seen in The New York Times and MarthaStewart.com"It's time to rebuild meadows wherever we can. . . Owen Wormser explains why, and how to do this, with oodles of highly readable, ecologically sound advice."--Douglas W. Tallamy, author of Bringing Nature Home and Nature's...
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Horror on the Brain: The Neuroscience Behind Science FictionA fascinating exploration of the science and psychology behind fear, madness, and the haunting stories that linger in our minds Scientists throughout centuries have mined the depths of humanity looking for--and finding--answers to life's most mysterious questions, but perhaps the most memorable accounts of...
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Gifted Earth: The Ethnobotany of the Quinault and Neighboring TribesPublished in cooperation with the Quinault Indian Nation Gifted Earth features traditional Native American plant knowledge, detailing the use of plants for food, medicines, and materials. It presents a rich and living tradition of plant use within the Quinault Indian Nation in a volume...
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Geopedia: A Brief Compendium of Geologic CuriositiesA garden of geologic delights for all Earthlings Geopedia is a trove of geologic wonders and the evocative terms that humans have devised to describe them. Featuring dozens of entries--from Acasta gneiss to Zircon--this illustrated compendium is brimming with lapidary and lexical insights that...
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Gemstones of the WorldTruly the ultimate one-volume book every hobbyist, jeweler, jewelry maker, and rockhound will ever need! Chock-full of more than 1,500 full-color photos showcasing each precious and semiprecious stone in both its rough and polished state, this bestselling reference book from leading geology expert Walter...
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Elementary Science Education: Building Foundations of Scientific Understanding, Vol. II, grades 3-5, 2nd ed.Elementary Science Education: Building Foundations of Scientific Understanding, Vol. II, grades 3-5, 2nd ed. Science Lesson Plans That Develop Understanding of Scientific Ideas and Concepts in Clear Steps. Building Foundations of Scientific Understanding (BFSU) is a complete K-8 science curriculum in three volumes. This...
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Eating and Being: A History of Ideas about Our Food and OurselvesWhat we eat, who we are, and the relationship between the two. Eating and Being is a history of Western thinking about food, eating, knowledge, and ourselves. In modern thought, eating is about what is good for you, not about what is good. Eating...
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Earth SciencePaperback version of James W. Fatherree's Earth Science (ESC1000) lecture textbook. This book has parts that must be filled in by the user and should only be purchased by students taking this course from Professor Fatherree.Author: James W. FatherreePublisher: Liquid Medium PublicationsPublished: 02/02/2019Pages: 140Binding...
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Earth and Space Coloring Book: Featuring Photographs from the Archives of NASAWith more than 35 magnificent images of outer space from NASA, this coloring book will capture the imagination of anyone interested in science, astronomy, and space exploration.Each spread features a full-color photograph from NASA's archives to inspire coloring on the adjacent page.Author: NASAPublisher: Chronicle...
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Dogpedia: A Brief Compendium of Canine CuriositiesAn enchanting, fact-filled treasury for the dog lover in all of us, from A to Z Dogpedia is your gateway into the astonishing world of dogs. Featuring dozens of alphabetical entries on topics ranging from the wonders of dog evolution to the intricate ways...
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Disgustology: The Science of GrossPerfect for middle schoolers who love everything gross from the nasty things inside (and out) of our bodies to icky animals, revolting plants, gruesome bacteria, and more. Written by award-winning author Teresa Robeson, this book is packed full of fun facts and silly science,...
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Cosmos and Transcendence: Breaking Through the Barrier of Scientistic BeliefThe book has a twofold content and aim: on the one hand it offers a radical critique of the modern world, and on the other it seeks to expound a timeless wisdom. And the second end presupposes the first: for so long as we...
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