1558 results for 'Einstein, Albert'

The Laboratory of the Mind: Thought Experiments in the Natural Sciences By James Robert Brown Thought experiments have become an integral part of scientific inquiry, with examples like Newton's...

Albert Jay Nock's "Our Enemy, the State" explores the relationship between the state and society, arguing that the expansion of state power comes at the expense of social power. Nock contends that...

The Dambusters - 'Was It Worth It?' by John Sweetman On 16 May 1943, nineteen Avro Lancasters took off from RAF Scampton to undertake a historic offensive attack. Loaded with Barnes Wallis' newly...

The Apostles' Creed: A Timeless Statement of Christian Doctrine For nearly two thousand years, the Apostles' Creed has been a guiding force in Christian faith. This ancient statement of doctrine has...

Create Dangerously: The Immigrant Artist at Work by Edwidge Danticat In this deeply personal and eloquent account, Edwidge Danticat reflects on art and exile, exploring what it means to be an...

Twenty years ago, Jack Sawyer traveled to a parallel universe called the Territories to save his mother and her "Twinner" from an agonizing death that would have brought cataclysm to the other world...

The Young Victoria by Alison Plowden A biography of the young Queen who became one of history's most iconic figures. After her father's death at just eight months old, Victoria was brought up in...

The Heir Apparent: A Life of Edward VII, the Playboy Prince by Jane Ridley This biography offers a fresh perspective on one of Britain's most fascinating monarchs. Born into a tumultuous royal...

Shiloh & Antietam: The 1862 Battles That Saved the Union by Charles River and Charles River Editors is a detailed analysis of two pivotal battles in the American Civil War. This book includes...

By 2016, xenophobia had become an unstoppable force worldwide. Psychiatrist and historian George Makari embarked on a quest to uncover its origins, only to discover a series of previously untold...

The Founders and Finance: How Immigrant Specialists Shaped America's Economy In 1776, the United States government faced a daunting fiscal crisis. With no means to tax its citizens, it owed...

The Literary History of England: Vol 3: The Restoration and Eighteenth Century (1660-1789) provides a comprehensive overview of this pivotal period in English literary history. Spanning four volumes,...

The Last Days of Thunder Child Victorian Britain in Chaos! In this gripping pastiche story, the events of H.G. Wells' WAR OF THE WORLDS are reimagined from the perspective of two distinct characters:...

Albert Ellis shares his personal story of overcoming mental and physical challenges using Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT). This memoir and self-help guide reveals how he coped with serious...

The Royal Marines and the War at Sea 1939-45 by Martin Watts This book tells the story of the Royal Marines' contribution to the Allied victory in World War II, focusing on the experiences of Colour...

Albert Camus's lively journals from his eventful visits to the United States and South America in the 1940s are now available again in a new translation. In March 1946, he crossed from Le Havre to...

Leah on the Offbeat by Becky Albertalli is a heartwarming and relatable novel about navigating friendships, first love, and senior year angst. When it comes to drumming, Leah Burke is usually in...

Ganbatte! The Japanese Art of Always Moving Forward by Albert Liebermann is a practical guide to becoming more resilient and motivated in life. This inspiring book explores the concept of ganbatte, a...

The Occult in National Socialism: A Critical History This comprehensive examination of Nazi occultism explores the symbolic, occult, scientific, and magical traditions that shaped the Third Reich...

Truly Devious A Mystery by Maureen Johnson is set in Ellingham Academy, a famous private school in Vermont. Founded by Albert Ellingham, it was meant to be a place where learning is a game, full of...

Oswald: Return of the King by Edoardo Albert is a historical novel that tells the story of Oswald, the exiled prince who becomes king of Northumbria. After much hardship, Oswald and his family arrive...

Music A Fold-Out Graphic History by Nicholas O'Neill and Susan Hayes is a richly illustrated timeline of music's history from 60,000 years ago to the present day. Published in partnership with the...

The Channel to the Ypres Salient: The Belgian Sector 1914-1918 In the autumn of 1914, the German advance was halted by an innovative tactic - the inundation of the low-lying ground east of the Yser...

Critical Thinkers: Methods for Clear Thinking and Analysis in Everyday Situations Develop your critical thinking skills using time-tested methods from the history of philosophical thought. This book...

The Dance of the Ancient One by Arnold Mindell explores the idea that we are all connected to the universe and its underlying forces. This concept is rooted in Einstein's theory of space-time, which...

Deep Down Things: A Clear Explanation of Particle Physics Experimental particle physicist Bruce Schumm has made it his mission to explain the Standard Model of particle physics in clear,...

The Higgs Fake: How Particle Physicists Fooled the Nobel Committee A merciless critique of the Large Hadron Collider and its theoretical model, this book argues that the reaction to the 2013 Nobel...

Integrate science and ELA lessons for gifted learners with this unique unit. Space, Structure, and Story aligns to Common Core State Standards and Next Generation Science Standards, offering advanced...

Time is an illusion. According to Julian Barbour, the laws of physics create a powerful impression that time is flowing, but in reality, there are only timeless 'nows'. In his book "The End of Time",...

Expressive Therapeutic Writing explores the intersection of creative writing and multi-modal art forms to foster self-discovery, growth, and restorative care. This book brings together various...

J.B.S. Haldane: A Life of Controversy and Discovery This biography offers a comprehensive look at the life and work of J.B.S. Haldane, one of Britain's most brilliant scientists. A trail-blazing...

Reality isn't mysterious or dependent on human measurement, but predictable and independent of us. According to Adam Forrest Kay, the received wisdom in quantum physics is that, at the deepest levels...

Quantum mechanics is often at odds with our everyday experience. This accessible yet rigorous introduction to the subject makes it clear why. Written by an internationally renowned physicist, this...

The Poetry and Music of Science: A Comparative Exploration of Creativity in Art and Science. This book challenges the assumption that doing science is less creative than art, music, or writing. Tom...

The Poetry and Music of Science: Comparing Creativity in Science and Art by Tom McLeish This book challenges the assumption that doing science is less creative than art, music or writing. By...

Sean Carroll's latest work explores the biggest questions of all: where we come from, what we're made of, and what it all means. The author, known for his groundbreaking work in physics, delves into...

The Science of Everyday Life: Why Teapots Dribble, Toast Burns and Light Bulbs Shine Discover the fascinating science behind the everyday objects that surround us. From the curious case of ice...

The Big Bang: A Scientific Discovery that Changes Everything Simon Singh's groundbreaking exploration of the universe's origins reveals the fascinating story behind the most important scientific...

Anger is a universal emotion that can have lasting impact on our lives. Unchecked, it can lead to damaged relationships, lost opportunities and even serious health issues. Yet, in today's stressful...

Neil Sedaka: Rock 'n' Roll Survivor Neil Sedaka's music career was once the epitome of success, with 25 million records sold in just five years. However, by the early 1970s, he had fallen off the...

The Meaning of Life and Death: Ten Classic Thinkers on the Ultimate Question by Michael Hauskeller This thought-provoking collection brings together the ideas of ten influential thinkers to explore...

Skin Theory: Visual Culture and the Postwar Prison Laboratory by Cristina Mejia Visperas explores the intersections of incarceration, medical science, and race in postwar America. In 1966, a local...

Beatrice Mary Victoria Feodore, the youngest daughter of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, was born in 1866 and lived a life marked by her close relationship with her mother. Following her mother's...

August brings sweltering heat to Provence, but for Capitaine Roger Blanc and his colleague Marius Tonon, it's just another day in the Camargue. A black fighting bull has escaped from its pasture,...

The Endless Universe Beyond the Big Bang by Paul J. Steinhardt and Neil Turok is a radical new theory of the origins and future of the universe, challenging the widely accepted 'Big Bang' model...

Gravity: Why What Goes up Must Come Down By Brian Clegg The force that governs our daily lives is also one of the most mysterious. Newton's groundbreaking work on gravity laid the foundation for our...

The Doodle Revolution: Unlocking the Power to Think Differently Sunni Brown's groundbreaking work challenges the conventional wisdom that doodling is a waste of time. In reality, these creative minds...

Lasers and Excited States of Rare Earths by Renata Reisfeld and Christian K. Jorgensen explores the phenomenon of stimulated light emission, first discussed by Einstein in 1917. This study delves...

Our civilisation faces a critical choice. We have consumed half the oil produced by photosynthesis over eight million generations, and our reliance on high-carbon energy sources is unsustainable. In...

Kurt Gödel's life has long been shrouded in mystery, despite his profound impact on modern science. This biography draws upon his letters and writings to explore his intellectual friendships,...

Primitive Renaissance: A Radical Reappraisal of Early Twentieth-Century Art and Culture. This book offers a provocative reassessment of the significance of primitivism in early twentieth-century...

Visual Differential Geometry and Forms: A Mathematical Drama in Five Acts by Tristan Needham is an innovative exploration of differential geometry and forms. The book's five acts offer a unique...

Cosmology's Century: An Inside History of Our Modern Understanding of the Universe by P. J. E. Peebles offers a unique perspective on the development of modern cosmology. From Einstein's general...

Bedeviled: A Shadow History of Demons in Science by Jimena Canales A fascinating exploration of how scientists have used imaginary entities to test the laws of nature and push the boundaries of...

Cultura e imperialismo es una obra fundamental que explora la relación entre la literatura y la vida en el contexto del imperialismo moderno. Publicada originalmente en 1993, esta obra de Edward W...

The Story in Art: A Collection of Aviation Art from 100 Years of Conflict. Aircraft have played a pivotal role in warfare for nearly a century. From their first powered flight to their use as lethal...

The Hidden Habits of Genius Beyond Talent, IQ, and Grit--Unlocking the Secrets of Greatness by Craig Wright What does it take to be a genius? The term is often associated with iconic figures like...

La vida en evolución: moléculas, mente y significado es una exploración fascinante de la física cuántica y su impacto en nuestra comprensión del mundo. Desde las teorías de Planck, Einstein y...