The Universe in the Rearview Mirror

Author: Dave Goldberg
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0142181048
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 354

Book Description
“A great read… Goldberg is an excellent guide.”—Mario Livio, bestselling author of The Golden Ratio Physicist Dave Goldberg speeds across space, time and everything in between showing that our elegant universe—from the Higgs boson to antimatter to the most massive group of galaxies—is shaped by hidden symmetries that have driven all our recent discoveries about the universe and all the ones to come. Why is the sky dark at night? If there is anti-matter, can there be anti-people? Why are past, present, and future our only options? Saluting the brilliant but unsung female mathematician Emmy Noether as well as other giants of physics, Goldberg answers these questions and more, exuberantly demonstrating that symmetry is the big idea—and the key to what lies ahead.

The Center of the Universe

Author: Ria Voros
Publisher: Kids Can Press Ltd
ISBN: 1525302957
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 470

Book Description
A gripping mystery about the gravitational force between mothers and daughters. Grace Carter’s mother — the celebrity news anchor GG Carter — is everything Grace is not. GG is a star, with a flawless wardrobe and a following of thousands, while Grace — an aspiring astrophysicist — is into stars of another kind. She and her mother have always been in different orbits. Then one day GG is just … gone. While the authorities unravel the mystery behind GG’s disappearance, Grace grows closer to her high school’s golden boy, Mylo, who has faced a black hole of his own. She also uncovers some secrets from her mother’s long-lost past. The more Grace learns, the more she wonders. Did she ever really know her mother? Was GG abducted … or did she leave? And if she left, why?

The Stars

Author: Hans Augusto Rey
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ISBN: 9780395248300
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 176

Book Description
Written with the primary purpose of enabling everyone to gain more pleasure from stargazing.

Pivot of the Universe

Author: Abbas Amanat
Publisher: Univ of California Press
ISBN: 9780520083219
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 572

Book Description
"In this book, the first in English about Nasir al-Din Shah, Abbas Amanat gives us both a biography of the man and an analysis of the institution of monarchy in modern Iran. Amanat poses a fundamental question: how did monarchy, the center-piece of an ancient political order, withstand and adjust to the challenges of modern times, both at home and abroad? Nasir al-Din Shah's life and career, his upbringing and personality, and his political conduct provide remarkable material for answering this question.

Girl Against the Universe

Author: Paula Stokes
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 0062379984
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 228

Book Description
From the author of The Art of Lainey and Liars, Inc. comes a fresh, contemporary story about one girl’s tragic past and a boy who convinces her that maybe her luck is about to change. Perfect for fans of Sarah Dessen or Jenny Han. Maguire knows she’s bad luck. No matter how many charms she buys off the internet or good luck rituals she performs each morning, horrible things happen when Maguire is around. Like that time her brother, father, and uncle were all killed in a car crash—and Maguire walked away with barely a scratch. But then on her way out of her therapist’s office, she meets Jordy, an aspiring tennis star, who wants to help Maguire break her unlucky streak. Maguire knows that the best thing she can do for Jordy is to stay away, but staying away may be harder than she thought.

Do I Dare Disturb the Universe?

Author: Charlise Lyles
Publisher: Gray & Company, Publishers
ISBN: 159851041X
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 272

Book Description
Describes the author's childhood education in the Cleveland projects in the 1960s and 1970s, where she learned to appreciate literature at a young age despite growing up amid race riots and murder.

The Coded Universe

Author: Ernest Saul
Publisher: Dorrance Publishing
ISBN: 1434969053
Category : Human-alien encounters
Languages : en
Pages : 174

Book Description

The Earth Observer

Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Artificial satellites in earth sciences
Languages : en
Pages : 272

Book Description

Stars and Planets

Author: Richard Happer
Publisher: Collins
ISBN: 9780007532261
Category : Astronomy
Languages : en
Pages : 176

Book Description
A comprehensive guide to all the stars and celestial objects visible with the use of binoculars or an average-sized telescope, this fully revised edition features updated and extended text, improved sky charts, and new diagrams and photographs.

The Lighthouse Keepers

Author: Grahame Anderson
Publisher: Blue Tao Publishing
ISBN: 1912872005
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 89

Book Description
Dive into the world of Max Bruford, a young music enthusiast caught in a tug-of-war between his parents' contrasting dreams for him. His life takes an enchanting twist when he crosses paths with two enigmatic lighthouse keepers, bestowing upon him a gift that promises to shape his destiny. Yet, four decades later, he seeks them out, yearning for an understanding of the magic they granted him. Their revelation, though, might be more profound than he ever anticipated. In a world where self-doubt often casts its shadow, many of us fall prey to the insidious clutches of imposter syndrome. This beautifully woven tale isn't just a story; it's an invitation to believe – in oneself and the power of those around you. The Lighthouse Keepers is not your typical motivational read. Eschewing step-by-step guides or overt advice, this story's magic lies in its simplicity and depth. It beckons readers to introspect, to re-evaluate their dreams and desires. Through Max's aspirations to touch musical greatness, you'll find a mirror reflecting your own aspirations and potentials. For the mere cost of a coffee and cake, embark on a transformative journey that promises not just fleeting satisfaction, but a lasting impact. Allow The Lighthouse Keepers to guide you toward a brighter, more self-assured path. Embrace the magic. Embrace self-belief. Dive in.