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The Science of Spin
The Force Behind Everything – From Falling Cats to Jet Engines
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The Science of Spin
It’s time to stop thinking in straight lines…
It’s time to stop thinking in straight lines…
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Overlooked, under-explored and misunderstood – this is the story of spin, the force which, quite literally, makes the world go round.
In this comprehensive and wide-ranging book, Roland Ennos examines the seemingly infinite ways spin affects our lives, from the structure of galaxies to the way we walk. Artfully moving between astrophysics and anthropology, Ennos provides a riveting account of spin’s human history, charting the development of engineering and technology from the earliest prehistoric drills to the turbine engine.
The Science of Spin brings physics back down to earth, zooming in on our own biomechanics, and revealing the surprising similarities between ballerinas and basketball players. Answering questions as disperse as why the solar system is the shape it is, to why cats always manage to land on their feet, The Science of Spin rekindles a childlike fascination with rotation and sheds light on this often overlooked, but crucial, area of life.
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The Science of Spin by Roland Ennos receives praise for its ability to make complex concepts accessible and engaging. It provides lucid explanations to everyday scientific phenomena, covering a vast array of topics from cricket balls to black holes, without overwhelming the reader. Ennos explores the theme of rotation with originality and offers fascinating insights across different domains of science, conveying a clear and friendly tone that makes it a delightful and insightful read.
Book Details
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ISBN: 9780861546718
Publisher: Oneworld Publications
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 14 September 2023
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Oneworld Publications
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 25.0mm
Width: 153.0mm
Height: 234.0mm
Weight: 0g
Pages: 288
About the Author
Roland Ennos is a visiting professor of biological sciences at the University of Hull. His previous books include The Wood Age: How Wood Shaped the Whole of Human History and Trees: A Complete Guide to their Biology and Structure. He lives in Hull.
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