TY  - BOOK
AU  - Martineau,John
AU  - Polster,Burkard
AU  - Watkins,Matthew
TI  - Sciencia : : mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, and astronomy for all 
SN  - 9780802778994
PY  - 2010///
CY  - New York, N.Y.
PB  - Walker & Co., 
N1  - "Contains six popular scientific titles from the Wooden Books series, with some sections completely reworked and over 40 new pages"--Preface
Originally published: 2001-2008
Includes index
N2  - From the structure of the cosmos to that of the human body, the discoveries of science over the past few hundred years have been remarkable. Sciencia spans the realms of mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, and astronomy, offering an invaluable introduction to each. Curious about quarks, quasars, and the fantastic universe around you? Ever wanted to explore a mathematical proof? Need an introduction to biochemistry? Beautifully illustrated with engravings, woodcuts, and original drawings and diagrams, Sciencia will inspire inquisitive readers of all ages to appreciate the interconnected knowledge of the modern sciences
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