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Introducing Graphic Guide Box Set - More Great Theories of Science

A visual journey through revolutionary scientific theories

William Rankin author Brian Clegg author JP McEvoy author Oscar Zarate illustrator Oliver Pugh illustrator

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Icon Books

Published:2nd Oct '14

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This collection features three graphic guides exploring Infinity, Consciousness, and Stephen Hawking, presenting complex ideas in an engaging format.

The Introducing Graphic Guide Box Set - More Great Theories of Science presents a captivating exploration of three groundbreaking concepts that have fundamentally altered our understanding of the universe: Infinity, Consciousness, and the life of Stephen Hawking. This collection utilizes a unique blend of comic-book style illustrations and accessible yet authoritative text, making complex ideas more approachable for readers of all backgrounds. Each guide serves as a visual journey through these mind-expanding topics, inviting readers to engage with some of the most profound thoughts in science and philosophy.

Introducing Infinity: A Graphic Guide delves into the paradoxical and often perplexing nature of infinity, showcasing influential thinkers from Archimedes to Cantor. The narrative reveals how these figures grappled with the concept, challenging the boundaries of mathematics and science. Through vivid illustrations, readers are encouraged to ponder the implications of infinity and its impact on various fields of study.

In Introducing Consciousness, readers are taken on a historical and philosophical journey that examines the intricate relationship between mind and matter. The guide addresses scientific endeavors to decode consciousness through neural mechanisms and quantum mechanics, while also playfully introducing concepts like zombies and Schrödinger's cat. Finally, Introducing Stephen Hawking chronicles the life of this renowned physicist, highlighting his remarkable contributions to science despite the challenges he faced. Together, these guides in the Introducing Graphic Guide Box Set - More Great Theories of Science offer an engaging and enlightening experience for anyone curious about the universe's mysteries.

ISBN: 9781848318694

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528 pages