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4.21 AVERAGE
4.21 AVERAGE
Although facts have changed (i.e Pluto), errors are to be found, omissions not to be found, this is still a wonderfully sprawling book that truly does cover nearly everything. If you have an aspiring young scientist in your family who is unsure about which field they want to study, give them this book - a survey of most of them (Geology, Chemistry, Physics, Anthropology, Cosmology, Astronomy, etc) is to be found within. And a good dose of humor to wash it all down, with.
The last chapter is rather depressing. But to your aspiring young scientist, it might be a clarion call - a chance to save us all and the planet too.
The last chapter is rather depressing. But to your aspiring young scientist, it might be a clarion call - a chance to save us all and the planet too.
amazing. shows me how little i learned in science classes over the yrs and could use another education. packed with practical, readable facts, engaging historical anecdotes and fairly accessible scientific theories.
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though I like reading about how scientist discovered everything we know today. there was just too many unnecessary details which makes the book long.
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A science teacher in your pocket
Reading this book is like listening to your favorite teacher breaking down your favorite topic. The way it unfolds it makes you feel proud of yourself that you now able to get a grasp of even the most complex subjects like relativity theory quantum theory, big bang, evolution, etc.
Reading this is giving yourself a gift of knowledge.
Reading this book is like listening to your favorite teacher breaking down your favorite topic. The way it unfolds it makes you feel proud of yourself that you now able to get a grasp of even the most complex subjects like relativity theory quantum theory, big bang, evolution, etc.
Reading this is giving yourself a gift of knowledge.