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21 Impossible Things
Quantum physics and relativity, two of the most important advances in modern science, are normally presented as a series of technical discoveries in 20th century Europe.Yet this brief, easy-to-read volume shows how they were underpinned by centuries of observations about the nature of reality from the great philosophies and faiths of humanity, from China to India to the Middle East.At each stage, the people involved found themselves 'That's impossible! That makes no sense. And yet...'
186 pages, Hardcover
Published June 9, 2021
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Nury Vittachi
91 books65 followersNury Vittachi is a journalist and author based in Hong Kong. His columns are published daily, weekly in a variety of newspapers in Asia as well as on his website. He is best known for the comedy-crime novel series The Feng Shui Detective, published in many languages around the world, but he has also written non-fiction works and novels for children. He is also noted for his role in founding the Asia Literary Review, the Hong Kong International Literary Festival, the Man Asian Literary Prize, and was the chairman of the judges of the inaugural Australia-Asia Literary Award in 2008. Vittachi currently lives in Hong Kong with his English wife Mary-Lacey Vittachi and their three adopted Chinese children. Also writes under the name Sam Jam.
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October 20, 2021
Truly interesting, mind-bending concepts of physics that will spark curiosity in anyone who likes to ponder difficult questions. Tackling relativity and philosophy in 21 bite-sized chunks, this book offers a gentle segue into deeper quantum theories for the people who are making their first attempts at understanding the universe. For something more in depth, I would recommend other books - but, for a beginner or curious child, this book is a great start!
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