In How Math Explains the World, mathematician Stein reveals how seemingly arcane mathematical investigations and discoveries have led to bigger, more world-shaking insights into the nature of our world. In the four main sections of the book, Stein tells the stories of the mathematical thinkers who d[...]
From one of Time magazine's 100 most influential people in the world, a rousing defense of the role of science in our livesThe latest developments in physics have the potential to radically revise our understanding of the world: its makeup, its evolution, and the fundamental forces that drive its op[...]
One of Time magazine's 100 most influential people in the world and the bestselling author of Warped Passages, Lisa Randall is an expert in both particle physics (the study of the smallest objects we know of) and cosmology (the study of the largest). In this, her most recent book, Randall takes us o[...]
Spirituality meets science as two of the greatest minds of our time come together to discuss essential issues of good and evil, thought and consciousness, and the nature of existence.The Ending of Time presents the fascinating conversations between two men from vastly different worlds: revered philo[...]
From the author of the bestselling "The Cartoon History of the Universe" (more than 150,000 copies sold), a refreshingly humorous and effective cartoon explanation of the principles of physics."Gonick is close to being one of a kind." "--Discover"[...]
Covers kinematics and forces in the traditional organization of beginning with Kinematics and proceeding to forces.[...]
Confusing Textbooks? Missed Lectures? Not Enough Time? Fortunately for you, there's Schaum's Outlines. More than 40 million students have trusted Schaum's to help them succeed in the classroom and on exams. Schaum's is the key to faster learning and higher grades in every subject. Each Outline prese[...]
Confusing Textbooks? Missed Lectures? Not Enough Time?Fortunately for you, there's Schaum's Outlines. More than 40 million students have trusted Schaum's to help them succeed in the classroom and on exams. Schaum's is the key to faster learning and higher grades in every subject. Each Outline presen[...]
A "baby" theory and problems - roughly analogous to "Schaum's Beginning Calculus", intended to bring the underprepared college freshman up to the level presupposed in the standard textbooks (and in "Schaum's College Physics"). The book's advantage resides in its superior pedagogy and low price.[...]
The purpose of this book is to show you how to do physics problems. It is only through applications of concepts to solving problems that we can know for certain that we understand something. Nowhere is this more true than in a physics course where performance is measured almost exclusively by your a[...]
With its strong pedagogy, superior readability, and thorough examination of the physics of semiconductor material, "Semiconductor Physics and Devices, 4/e" provides a basis for understanding the characteristics, operation, and limitations of semiconductor devices. Neamen's "Semiconductor Physics and[...]
"Modern Physics" is the most up-to-date, accessible presentation of modern physics available. The book is intended to be used in a one-semester course covering modern physics for students who have already had basic physics and calculus courses. The balance of the book leans more toward ideas than to[...]
With its strong pedagogy, superior readability, and thorough examination of the physics of semiconductor material, "Semiconductor Physics and Devices, 4th edition" provides a basis for understanding the characteristics, operation, and limitations of semiconductor devices. Neamen's "Semiconductor Phy[...]
A dynamic, all-inclusive overview of the field of health physics A Doody's Core Title for 2011! If it's an important topic in the field of health physics, you'll find it in this trusted text ...in sections on physical principles, atomic and nuclear structure, radioactivity, biological effects of rad[...]
Now it's relatively EASY to learn ADVANCED PHYSICS Interested in excelling in physics but don't have infinite time or the IQ of Einstein? No problem! Advanced Physics Demystified helps you understand this complex subject matter without expending a lot of energy. You'll start by learning about linea[...]
Tough Test Questions? Missed Lectures? Not Enough Time? Fortunately for you, there's Schaum's Outlines. More than 40 million students have trusted Schaum's to help them succeed in the classroom and on exams. Schaum's is the key to faster learning and higher grades in every subject. Each Outline pre[...]
125 Wickedly Fun Ways to Test the Laws of Physics! Now you can prove your knowledge of physics without expending a lot of energy. 125 Physics Projects for the Evil Genius is filled with hands-on explorations into key areas of this fascinating field. Best of all, these experiments can be performed w[...]
The ideal review for your physics course More than 40 million students have trusted Schaum's Outlines for their expert knowledge and helpful solved problems. Written by renowned experts in their respective fields, Schaum's Outlines cover everything from math to science, nursing to language. The main[...]
Hard stuff made easy! Your solution to master the fundamentals of physics.
Don't be perplexed by physics. Master this science with practice, practice, practice! Practice Makes Perfect: Physics is a comprehensive guide and workbook that covers all the basics of physics that you need to understand this subject. Each chapter focuses on one major topic, with thorough explanat[...]
The ideal review for your college physics course More than 40 million students have trusted Schaum's Outlines for their expert knowledge and helpful solved problems. Written by renowned experts in their respective fields, Schaum's Outlines cover everything from math to science, nursing to language. [...]
The ideal review for your physics course More than 40 million students have trusted Schaum's Outlines for their expert knowledge and helpful solved problems. Written by renowned experts in their respective fields, Schaum's Outlines cover everything from math to science, nursing to language. The main[...]