"Accessibly written in an engaging style, this book examines classic popular stories in the history of science. Some of the myths discussed include Franklin's Kite, Newton's Apple, and Thomson's plum pudding model of the atom. Martn̕ez successfully holds readers' attention by relying on rich documentation from primary sources to debunk speculations that have become reified over time. He argues that although scientists have disagreed with one another, the disagreements have been productive. Features includes extensive primary source documentation and detailed explanations of how to compare contradictory sources in order to determine which accounts are truly valid"-- Provided by publisher.

By explaining how to sire multicolored horses, produce nuts without shells, and create an egg the size of a human head, Giambattista Della Porta's Natural Magic (1559) conveys a fascination with tricks and illusions that makes it a work difficult for historians of science to take seriously. Yet, according to William Eamon, it is in the "how-to" books written by medieval alchemists, magicians, and artisans that modern science has its roots. These compilations of recipes on everything from parlor tricks through medical remedies to wool-dyeing fascinated medieval intellectuals because they promised access to esoteric "secrets of nature." In closely examining this rich but little-known source of literature, Eamon reveals that printing technology and popular culture had as great, if not stronger, an impact on early modern science as did the traditional academic disciplines.

Much of what we know about behavior in the sportsworld is hidden away in scientific journals and college textbooks and only occasionally trickles down to the general public. Sport Science Secrets presents the latest and best evidence available and in so doing dispels the mystery and misunderstanding surrounding a wide range of issues. Professor Russell's goal in writing this book is to bridge the gap between the world of sport scientists and those of us who enjoy sports as participants and/or spectators. In short, this book is a must read for those who want to find out what sport scientists know. Arm yourself with the facts!

Data Science Secrets is the #1 strategy guide to break into the field of data and get hired as a Data Scientist, Data Analyst, or Data Engineer. This was created by a group of top Data Scientists and Data Hiring Managers in Silicon Valley to share the secrets of landing your dream job. Here's what's included: Top Interview Questions from companies like Google, Facebook, Amazon, Airbnb, and many more, plus detailed sections on how to answer the questions effectively and get hired. The 8 Week Strategy to find your dream job: learn how to get interviews with your top companies, and more importantly- succeed and get an incredible job offer. Online Learning Breakdown: we go deep into the pros and cons of the online learning options to help you find the right platform for youIn-depth explanations of data roles. There are literally hundreds of different roles and job titles in the world of data- how do you know which is right for you? This section will help you understand how to pursue the role that is the best fit for you

Engaging science experiments, puzzles, and projects relating to a broad range of topics including food, weather, water, senses, and light.

In Secrets of Heat and Cold, you will find out how heat is measured, what happens at absolute zero, and how refrigerators work.

Written in British English, In Secrets of Heat and Cold, you will find out how heat is measured, what happens at absolute zero, and how refrigerators work.