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The Physics of Star Trek
Paperback / softback
Main Details
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The Physics of Star Trek
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Lawrence Krauss
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Paperback / softback | | Pages:206 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 198,Width 129 |
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| Category/Genre | Television
Popular science
Physics |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9780006550426
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| Classifications | Dewey:791.4572 |
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
HarperCollins Publishers
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| Imprint |
Flamingo
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| Publication Date |
17 March 1997 |
| Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
An easy-to-understand introduction to the complexities of today's and tomorrow's physics. The author assess what is and what is not actually possible according to the laws of physics, among all the weird and wonderful things that Kirk, Spock and Scottie got up to in their parallel universe.
Author Biography
Lawrence M. Krauss is Ambrose Swasey Professor of Physics and Professor of Astronomy and Chairman of the Department of Physics at Case Western Reserve University. He is also the author of two acclaimed books, Fear of Physics: A Guide for the Perplexed and The Fifth Essence: The Search far Dark Matter in the Universe, and over 120 scientific articles. He is the recipient of several international awards for his work, including the Presidential Investigator Award, given by President Reagan in 1986. He lectures extensively to both lay and professional audiences and frequently appears on radio and television.
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