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Gems of the World
Cally Oldershaw · Firefly Books
Pages: 256
Format: Paperback
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This new book is a practical, comprehensive guide to the identification and use of precious and semi-precious gems, novelty stones, agates and crystals. Presenting the latest information on the gemstone industry, with an extensive section on ethical mining, conflict diamonds, and the emergence... |
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Climate Justice: Hope, Resilience, and the Fight for a Sustainable Future
Mary Robinson · Bloomsbury Publishing
Pages: 176
Format: Hardcover
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An urgent call to arms by one of the most important voices in the international fight against climate change, sharing inspiring stories and offering vital lessons for the path forward. Holding her first grandchild in her arms in 2003, Mary Robinson was struck by the uncertainty of the world... |
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Viruses: More Friends Than Foes
Karin Mo?lling · World Scientific Publishing Co
Pages: 403
Format: Hardcover
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Influenza, AIDS, and Ebola: Viruses are normally defined as pathogens. Most viruses are, however, not enemies or killers. Well-known virologist and cancer researcher Karin Moelling describes surprising insights about a completely new and unexpected world of viruses. Viruses are ubiquitous,... |
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A Magical World: Superstition and Science from the Renaissance to the Enlightenment
DEREK K WILSON · Pegasus Books
Pages: 320
Format: Hardcover
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A rich and multi-faceted history of heroes and villains interwoven with the profound changes in human knowledge that took place between the Renaissance and the Enlightenment.Spanning some of the most vibrant and fascinating eras in European history, Cambridge historian Derek Wilson reveals... |
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Everything You Know About the Human Body Is Wrong
Matt Brown · Batsford
Pages: 160
Format: Hardcover
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Think you know the truth about your body? With wit and humor, popular science writer Matt Brown is here to separate fact from fiction, and solve the mysteries surrounding this most fascinating of subjects. Does giving kids sugar make them hyperactive? Is there such a thing as being double-jointed?... |
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The Physics of Star Wars: The Science Behind a Galaxy Far, Far Away
PATRICK JOHNSON · Adams Media
Pages: 256
Format: Paperback
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Explore the physics behind the world of Star Wars, with engaging topics and accessible information that shows how we're closer than ever before to creating technology from the galaxy far, far away - perfect for every Star Wars fan!Ever wish you could have your very own lightsaber like... |
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Accessory to War: The Unspoken Alliance Between Astrophysics and the Military
NEIL DEGRASSE TYSON · W. W. Norton & Company
Pages: 576
Format: Hardcover
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An exploration of the age-old complicity between skywatchers and warfighters, from the best-selling author of Astrophysics for People in a Hurry.In this fascinating foray into the centuries-old relationship between science and military power, acclaimed astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson... |
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Algebra II For Dummies
Mary Jane Sterling · For Dummies
Pages: 408
Format: Paperback
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Your complete guide to acing Algebra II Do quadratic equations make you queasy? Does the mere thought of logarithms make you feel lethargic? You're not alone! Algebra can induce anxiety in the best of us, especially for the masses that have never counted math as their forte. But here's... |
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The Universe Explained: A Cosmic Q and A
HEATHER COUPER · Firefly Books
Pages: 288
Format: Paperback
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Answers to the most popular astronomy questions of today. Over the course of their illustrious work in astronomy, Heather Couper and Nigel Henbest collected hundreds of the most popular astronomy questions that they've been asked. In this book they explain the scientific answers to these... |
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Everything You Know About Planet Earth Is Wrong
Matt Brown · Batsford
Pages: 160
Format: Hardcover
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Think you know the truth about how our world works? Matt Brown is here to blow away your long-held beliefs with his illuminating look at the many myths, legends, and misquotes that have shaped our perception of Earth. Convinced Earth is round? It's actually flatter at the poles. Think... |
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Trigonometry Workbook For Dummies
Mary Jane Sterling · Wiley Publishing
Pages: 302
Format: Paperback
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From angles to functions to identities - solve trig equations with ease Got a grasp on the terms and concepts you need to know, but get lost halfway through a problem or worse yet, not know where to begin? No fear - this hands-on-guide focuses on helping you solve the many types of trigonometry... |
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Shoot for the Moon: The Space Race and the Extraordinary Voyage of Apollo 11
James Donovan · Little, Brown and Company
Pages: 464
Format: Hardcover
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"This is the best book on Apollo that I have read. Extensively researched and meticulously accurate, it successfully traces not only the technical highlights of the program but also the contributions of the extraordinary people who made it possible." --Mike Collins, Command module... |
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