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Whether you're a lifelong trivia-lover or a budding young factologist, this book is the perfect companion for inquisitive souls. Both educating and entertaining, the book is bursting with hilarious and outlandish tidbits of information to ignite your curiosity.

From the invention of the wheel to the marvel of electricity, from the groundbreaking medical discoveries to the wonders of the digital age, Top 101 Inventions Of All Time! celebrates the brilliance of human creativity and ingenuity. Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply curious about the marvels that surround us, this book promises an enlightening and exhilarating journey through the realm of invention.

Das Universum ist voll mit Sternen, Galaxien, Planeten und jeder Menge anderer cooler Dinge. Jedes davon hat seine Geschichten und die Sternengeschichten erzählen sie.Sternenstaub, Perseushaufen, Killersatelliten, Schwarze Löcher, Weiße Zwerge ... In über 600 Folgen hat der Physiker Florian Freistetter in einem der erfolgreichsten deutschsprachigen Podcasts die Phänomene des Alls in Sternengeschichten verwandelt und sie verständlich und spannend erklärt.

At least as far back as the ancient myth of Icarus, humans longed to fly - but it wasn't until December 17, 1903, on the windy dunes of Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, that the dream finally came true. And it was all thanks to Orville and Wilbur Wright, two former bicycle mechanics who built their first toy plane - a rubber-band powered rotary - when they were just children.

Hast du schon einmal in den Nachthimmel geschaut und dir vorgestellt, was da draußen sein könnte? Du bist nicht allein! Das fragen sich die Menschen seit Tausenden von Jahren. Dieses Buch erzählt dir alles über die wunderbaren Dinge, die über deinem Kopf herumschweben, und bringt dir bei, wie du einige der Planeten und besonderen Sterne von deinem Schlafzimmerfenster aus finden kannst.

Years ago, when astronauts needed to leave the spacecraft, they used the manned maneuvering unit (MMU). Even though this piece of equipment is no longer used, it is still very interesting.

Ninety-five percent of the universe is invisible. Dark matter holds galaxies together; dark energy tears space apart. For a quarter of a century, these two phenomena have been treated as separate mysteries—independent entries in the cosmic ledger, unrelated in origin and opposite in effect. This book argues that they are the same mystery. Drawing on quantum field theory, general relativity, and a systems-theoretic perspective that spans disciplines, Boris Kriger proposes that the energy of empty space is not uniform.

Be an instant expert on the quantum universe and Bluff Your Way® in the subject with everyone you know. No science required, just a sense of humour. From 'gluons' to 'gravitons', and from 'certainty' to 'superstrings', here's all you need to know to sound all-knowing.

The thrilling sequel to Monstrous Devices–Alex and his grandfather hold the fate of history itself in their hands in a Rick Riordan meets Raiders of the Lost Ark adventure of epic proportions! A few months ago, Alex’s world changed…forever. Now, just when it seems life is almost getting...

We can all be heroes. That’s the inspiring message of this New York Times bestselling biography series from historian and author Brad Meltzer. Learn all about Jane Goodall, the chimpanzee scientist. Each entry in this series is a biography of a significant historical figure, told in a simple...

Collection of audiobooks about the human body. Discover the secrets of the human body, its systems, and functions, and how to keep it in optimal condition.

Who knows what is at the end of a black hole? Astrophysicists!

Collection of audiobooks about the environment. Understand the importance of caring for the environment and the actions we can take to protect it.

Finding rocks. Collecting fossils. Identifying minerals. Kids can’t get enough of geology and are always looking for more information. With its listener-friendly and interactive approach, each book in Geology Genius highlights a specific type of rock or geological substance and discusses its properties and where on Earth it can be found.

Inspirado no best-seller A geração ansiosa , este novo livro de Jonathan Haidt e Catherine Price é um guia ousado, divertido e prático para crianças, pré-adolescentes e adolescentes explorarem uma vida repleta de amizade e diversão longe das telas e dos smartphones. O grande sucesso de Jonathan Haidt, A geração ansiosa , gerou um debate global sobre os efeitos dos smartphones e das redes sociais no desenvolvimento dos jovens, inspirando milhões de pais, professores e líderes a tomar uma atitude e repensar seus hábitos — e os das crianças e adolescentes que os cercam.

Jazz is a squirrel, who lives in a tree on the edge of town. It has rained for weeks. The garden is overflowing. Molly the mouse and her kids need help. They are caught on a branch in the water. Can Jazz help them?...

Jazz is a squirrel, who lives in a tree on the edge of town. It has been hot and dry for a month. The brook has dried up. Everything is dry. Then the forest starts to burn. Can Jazz put out the fire?...

Jazz is a squirrel, who lives in a tree on the edge of town. Jazz finds a lot of garbage. Pointy the hedgehog needs help. She has gotten her head stuck in a can. She could die if it does not come off. Can Jazz help her?...

Il Sole illumina le nostre giornate, riscalda il nostro pianeta e rende possibile la vita sulla Terra — ma che cos'è esattamente e come funziona?

The gripping story of volcanologists Maurice and Katia Krafft, perfect for armchair adventurers who loved The Mona Lisa Vanishes and Becoming Muhammad Ali. Complete with extensive backmatter for school and at-home conversations. This beautiful biography in verse is about two French scientists...