This anthology provides an insight into the wit and intellect of the scientific mind through a blend of amusing and serious contributions written by and about scientists. The contributions record changing attitudes within science and mirror the interactions of science with society.
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Physical description; xvii, 206 p. : plates, ill. ; 24 cm. Summary; This anthology provides an insight into the wit and intellect of the scientific mind through a blend of amusing and serious contributions written by and about scientists. The contributions record changing attitudes within science and mirror the interactions of science with society. Subjects; Science. Quotations. Physics ; Humour. Science / General. Science - Anecdotes, facetiae, satire, etc.
Includes: When does jam become marmalade? The transit of Venus. Heaven is hotter than Hell. A contribution to the mathematical theory of big game hunting. Arrogance in physics. Gulliver's computer. Life on Earth (by a Martian). How radar began. The Mason-Dixon line. The trial of Galileo. In defence of pure research. A theory of ghosts.
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Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. No Jacket. The Institute of Physics, London, 1975. Hard cover. Book condition : Very good to near fine, appears little read. Covers protected with clear plastic.Book will be sent by UK postal service. Inventory #022897. Codice articolo 022897
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