Joanne Baker

In 50 Physics Ideas You Really Need to Know, Joanne Baker uncovers the physics all around us, from basic concepts like gravity, light, and energy through to the complexities of quantum theory, chaos, and dark energy. Featuring short biographies of iconic physicists, explanatory diagrams, and timelines showing discoveries within their historical context, this book is the perfect guide to the...

In a series of 50 accessible essays, Joanne Baker introduces and explains the fundamental physical concepts and laws that govern the inner workings of our universe. From Schrödinger's cat to Einstein's theory of relativity; energy conservation to the speed of light, 50 Quantum Physics Ideas You Really Need to Know is a complete introduction to the most important quantum physics...

In a series of 50 accessible essays, Jo Baker introduces and explains all of the essential concepts, major discoveries, and the very latest thinking in astrophysics. From heliocentrism to Newton's theory of optics, the theory of relativity to supermassive black holes, 50 Ideas You Really Need to Know: Universe is a complete introduction to the most important concepts about our...

'An exhilarating exploration of how we've been touched by the cosmos across human history' LEWIS DARTNELL'Combines scientific expertise with vivid storytelling and a childlike wonder that shines on every page' TIMES LITERARY SUPPLEMENTWhat draws us to the night sky and how can we make sense of all that lies there?In this unique synthesis of science and culture, former astrophysicist and...

We encounter physics before we've even left the house in the morning; an alarm clock tracks time, a mirror reflects light waves, and our mobile phones rely on satellites held in their orbit by gravity. Where would we be without the Bernoulli equation to explain how planes fly, electromagnetic waves enabling us to communicate around the world, or the discovery...

An exhilarating exploration of how we've been touched by the cosmos across human history — LEWIS DARTNELL Combines scientific expertise with vivid storytelling and a childlike wonder that shines on every page — TIMES LITERARY SUPPLEMENT What draws us to the night sky and how can we make sense of all that lies there? In this unique synthesis of science...