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Book Synopsis: For those who have always wanted to discover the joy of physics, this is the book that they’ve been waiting for. Many people remember their struggles with physics in high school and have wished for the right opportunity to gain an appreciation of this significant area of knowledge. Now is their chance not only to understand physics, but to do physics. The author provides the general reader with a fun-filled, entertaining, and truly educational tour of this all-important science. What makes the study of physics so worthwhile? The author says that, despite its reputation for difficulty, physics has an enormously ambitious goal, which appeals to people’s innate curiosity: to understand the workings of the entire universe, from the smallest quarks to the largest galaxies. Learning and comprehending as much as we can about the inner and outer workings of the universe is what evokes the joy of physics. Taking a hands-on approach, he invites the reader to share the joy. Easy, practical experiments pepper the book and connect the ideas of physics with the reality of the universe. The yo-yo, flying disc, shake flashlight, laser pointer, LED, and even a microwave experiment with an edible result add to the fun. Complete with lively, memorable cartoons by Sidney Harris—America’s premier science cartoonist—this book reveals the inherent fun, intellectual pleasure, and supreme importance of a subject that we can now finally tackle and enjoy.
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Are you ready to discover the joy of physics? Look no further because we have the perfect book for you. The Joy of Physics is not only entertaining but also educational, providing you with a fun-filled tour of this significant area of knowledge. Don't let past struggles with physics hold you back - now is your chance to finally appreciate and understand this fascinating subject.
Physics may have a reputation for being difficult, but that's precisely what makes it so worthwhile. It has an ambitious goal to understand the workings of the entire universe, from the smallest particles to the grandest galaxies. Imagine the satisfaction of unraveling the mysteries of our universe and gaining a deeper understanding of how everything works. That's the joy of physics.
And the best part? This book takes a hands-on approach, allowing you to actually do physics. With easy, practical experiments scattered throughout the book, you can connect the ideas of physics with the reality of the universe. From playing with a yo-yo to creating edible results through a microwave experiment, the fun never stops. Plus, we've enlisted the talents of Sidney Harris, America's premier science cartoonist, to provide lively and memorable cartoons that will make your learning experience even more enjoyable.
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