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Sciencia : mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, and astronomy for all / [edited by John Martineau].

Martineau, John. (Added Author). Polster, Burkard. Q. E. D. (Added Author). Watkins, Matthew. Useful mathematical and physical formulæ. (Added Author). Tweed, Matt. Essential elements. (Added Author). Cheshire, Gerard, 1965- Evolution. (Added Author). Betts, Moff. Human body. (Added Author). Tweed, Matt. Compact cosmos. (Added Author).

Summary:

"From the structure of the cosmos to that of the human body, the discoveries of science over the past few hundred years have been remarkable. Sciencia spans the realms of mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, and astronomy, offering an invaluable introduction to each. Curious about quarks, quasars, and the fantastic universe around you? Ever wanted to explore a mathematical proof? Need an introduction to biochemistry? Beautifully illustrated with engravings, woodcuts, and original drawings and diagrams, Sciencia will inspire inquisitive readers of all ages to appreciate the interconnected knowledge of the modern sciences"--P. [4] of cover.

Record details

ISBN: 9780802778994 :
ISBN: 0802778992
Physical Description: 410 p. : ill. ; 20 cm.
Edition: 1st U.S. ed.
Publisher: New York, N.Y. : Bloomsbury, 2011.

Content descriptions

General Note:	"Contains six popular scientific titles from the Wooden Books series, with some sections completely reworked and over 40 new pages"--Preface. Originally published: 2001-2008. Includes index.
Formatted Contents Note:	Q.E.D. : beauty in mathematical proof / Burkard Polster -- Useful mathematical & physical formulae / Matthew Watkins illustrated by Matt Tweed -- Essential elements / Matt Tweed -- Evolution / Gerard Cheshire ; with additional content by Lindi Houseman -- The human body / Moff Betts -- The compact cosmos / Matt Tweed.