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The Cartoon Guide to Physics
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Larry Gonick
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Physics explained with humor and vivid cartoons.
Whether you’re a student struggling with formulas or just curious about the laws of the universe, "The Cartoon Guide to Physics" can dismantle the daunting facade of physics. The blend of clever illustrations with witty explanations makes concepts like velocity and electricity not just digestible but actually enjoyable to learn about. It's a refreshing take that could change the way you look at science.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
The Cartoon Guide to Physics
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Larry Gonick
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ISBN: 9780062731005
Authors:
Larry Gonick
Publisher: HarperPerennial
Date of Publication: 1991-12-18
Format: Paperback
Related Collections:
Science
Goodreads rating: 3.98
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If you think a negative charge is something that shows up on your credit card bill -- if you imagine that Ohm's Law dictates how long to meditate -- if you believe that Newtonian mechanics will fix your car -- you need The Cartoon Guide to Physics to set you straight. You don't have to be a scientist to grasp these and many other complex ideas, because The Cartoon Guide to Physics explains them velocity, acceleration, explosions, electricity and magnetism, circuits -- even a taste of relativity theory -- and much more, in simple, clear, and, yes, funny illustrations. Physics will never be the same!
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Physics explained with humor and vivid cartoons.
Whether you’re a student struggling with formulas or just curious about the laws of the universe, "The Cartoon Guide to Physics" can dismantle the daunting facade of physics. The blend of clever illustrations with witty explanations makes concepts like velocity and electricity not just digestible but actually enjoyable to learn about. It's a refreshing take that could change the way you look at science.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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