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Why understanding the numbers behind our personal and collective decisions is essential to surviving in a complex world.
A look at the creation and composition of asteroids and the frightening eventuality of a collision with the earth.
A comparative overview of common images of the universe from world art and folklore and their similarities to our current scientific understanding.
An exciting exploration of how complexity theory is answering all of our questions about evolution and might even show us how life developed.
The sensational story of the entrepreneurs and corporate raiders who built America's thriving wireless industry
"A vivid mural of the...new frontier of the mobile Web."-Fast Company
This volume contains the complete texts of five black slave narratives of the 18th century. Included here are the writings of James Albert Ukawsaw Gronniosaw, John Marrant, Ottobah Cugoano, Olaudah Equiano and John Jea.
Calvin Clawson, the author of "Mathematical Mysteries", has a talent for opening the door for the uninitiated to the splendors of mathematics. A writer in love with his subject, Clawson offers readers the perfect antidote to the phobias and misconceptions surrounding mathematics in this text.
Here is a beautiful blend of detective story, character profile, and history of science that will keep readers glued to the pages as they explore this fascinating and largely forgotten chapter of astronomy.
Filled with science and lore, with references to myths, legends, and "high" popular culture, this "naked-eye" guide to the sky demystifies the celestial in accessible, instructive, and entertaining prose. 81 illustrations.
Since humans have initiative and can sometimes change the natural course of events, how can we find a system to understand our own actions and the workings of society at large? This book explains the mechanics of change and provides a concept that accounts for the growth and decline of all systems.
"Studies have found that the purchasing power of American women is potentially the greatest in the world. So why not support the rights of women while you shop? Fun to read, easy to use, and packed wit"
A fascinating glimpse inside the life-and-death business of biotechnology
A barbed rebuttal to the conservative view that popular culture is destroying the English language.
In this provocative new book, sociologist Orlando Patterson takes on the intractable dilemma of race in late 20th-century America. Using current demographic research, Patterson exposes common misperceptions about the lives and experiences of black and white Americans, misperceptions that are hampering the success of integration.
A fascinating look at extreme weather and the men and women who are risking their lives to give us a better understanding of this meteorological phenomenon.
An amazing journey from our moon to the most distant stars, revealing the magic and majesty of our universe.
How the 401(k) has come to dominate the American family's long-term investment portfolio, why it is inadequate-and what to do about it
A realistic and down-to-earth assessment of the possibility of intelligent alien life.
A fascinating look at how mathematics has influenced human civilization and evolution throughout history.
A remarkable collection of farewell addresses by the thirteen U.S. senators who voluntarily retired in 1996-Bill Bradley, Hank Brown, William S. Cohen, J. James Exon, Mark O. Hatfield, Howell Heflin, J. Bennett Johnston, Nancy Landon Kassebaum, Sam Nunn, Claiborne Pell, David Pryor, Paul Simon, and Alan K. Simpson.
From the hilarious to the sublime, the observations of cultural commentator extraordinaire, Chris "RageBoy" Locke.
From the author of Simplicity-a powerful new approach to management.
Lessons from a dozen market leaders who have mastered the game of multi-channel service.
In the tradition of best sellers such as The Goal and Fish, The System delivers not only a great read but also powerful and inspiring ideas that will help you and your business thrive in a world of intense competition
A personal tour through the world of physics--from Newton's laws to quantum mechanics--by one of the most celebrated physicists of the twentieth century
How the latest brain research supports the existence of pure consciousness and explains our most profound spiritual experiences
The first book to explore the fascinating-and essential-world beneath our feet
An eye-opening and honest look at the enduring sexism within the scientific community and what women are doing to change it.
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