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Time

10 Things You Should Know
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Time by Colin Stuart, a compelling exploration in the Science & Nature category, delves into the concept and significance of time. The book examines time from various perspectives, intertwining scientific discoveries, historical milestones, and philosophical inquiries. Readers can expect a journey through the intricacies of how time influences our universe and human perception.
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You might enjoy this exploration of time if you're fascinated by the scientific and natural forces that shape our understanding of the universe. This book delves into the intricate ways time influences our world, blending intriguing facts with captivating insights to challenge and expand your perceptions of reality.

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Time

Uncover the ten things you must know about time and space in this captivating collection of short essays.

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A gripping exploration of one of the most fundamental, but also perplexing aspects of existence. PROF. LEWIS DARTNELL, author of Origins

Such an enjoyable read... full of delightful nuggets that you will want to impress your friends and family with. PROF. JIM AL-KHALILI, NYT bestselling author of The World According to Physics

This is a lovely, fascinating book. It blends history, geology, chemistry, philosophy and, of course, physics in a way that's delightful to read. - ABIGAIL BEALL, author of The Art of Urban Astronomy

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Discover the secrets of one of the biggest puzzles in our history - Time.

As a subject, it has perplexed and fascinated generations of scientists, historians and more, and continues to spark the most intriguing questions being asked in science today. Can time be stopped? Is time travel possible? Does time even exist...?

In these ten bite-sized essays, Colin Stuart delves into these big questions and uncovers the most awe-inspiring and revealing things we should all know about time. Perfect for readers of Carlo Rovelli and anyone fascinated by space and the universe, this is a must-read for those short on time, but not curiosity.

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Time by Colin Stuart is praised for its captivating exploration of the complexities of time, blending various disciplines such as history, geology, chemistry, philosophy, and physics. Readers find it engaging and informative, with delightful insights that make it a quick and enjoyable read.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781841884929

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 02 September 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Seven Dials

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 134.0mm

Height: 202.0mm

Weight: 200g

Pages: 112

About the Author

Colin Stuart is an astronomy author and speaker who has talked to half a million people about the universe. His books have sold more than 400,000 copies worldwide and been translated into 21 languages. He's written 200+ popular science article for The Guardian, Wall Street Journal, New Scientist and the European Space Agency among others. He is also a fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society and he's talked about the wonders of the universe on Sky News, BBC News and Radio 5Live.

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