×


 x 

Shopping cart

Science: general issues

Results 649 - 672 of 5634

Science: general issues

Paperback. Series: Croom Helm Biology in Medicine Series. Num Pages: 172 pages, black & white illustrations, bibliography. BIC Classification: GB; PD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 9. Weight in Grams: 231.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Edition
Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1984
Number of pages
172
Condition
New
SKU
V9781461597742
ISBN
9781461597742
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 62.76

Paperback. Num Pages: 336 pages, 20 color illus. 81 halftones. 9 line illus. BIC Classification: PDZ; PSAJ; PSC; PSF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 157 x 236 x 26. Weight in Grams: 568.
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691165608
ISBN
9780691165608
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 18.68

Hardback.
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Number of pages
344
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Edition
0th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691149677
ISBN
9780691149677
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 24.74

Paperback. Offering a firsthand chronicle of some of the most decisive moments in twentieth century science, this volume will interest anyone who wants to relive the thrill (or frustration) of scientific discovery. Editor(s): Garwin, Laura; Lincoln, Tim. Num Pages: 288 pages, 7 halftones, 23 line drawings. BIC Classification: PDX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 225 x 149 x 19. Weight in Grams: 352.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226284156
ISBN
9780226284156
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 31.49

Hardback. Conveys the excitement and wonder that research in physics generated in the 20th century. Num Pages: 114 pages, 87 black & white illustrations, 41 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: PDX; PH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 19. Weight in Grams: 520.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Number of pages
114
Condition
New
SKU
V9780387952475
ISBN
9780387952475
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 50.82
€ 45.56

Hardback. Editor(s): Portillo, Isabel Jaen; Simon, Julien Jacques. Series: Routledge Studies in Renaissance Literature and Culture. Num Pages: 228 pages. BIC Classification: 1DSE; DSA; DSBD; HPM; JMR; PDA. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152. .
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2021
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
228
Condition
New
SKU
V9780415785471
ISBN
9780415785471
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 160.01
€ 141.40

Hardback. Natural and social sciences seem very often to hedge their laws by ceteris paribus clauses - a practice which is hard to understand because such clauses seem to render the laws trivial. Collecting the philosophers of science in the field, this volume presents a discussion of the issue. It is useful for those involved in ceteris paribus laws. Editor(s): Earman, John; Glymour, Clark; Mitchell, Sandra D. Num Pages: 174 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPK; PDA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 12. Weight in Grams: 439.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Number of pages
174
Condition
New
Edition
2003rd Edition
SKU
V9781402010200
ISBN
9781402010200
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 153.62

Paperback. The evolution and reception of the Renaissance was mediated by, amongst other influences: the Protestant Reformation; the development of science or natural philosophy; and an interest in witchcraft and demonology. These are evaluated alongside the influence of Montaigne's "Essays". Editor(s): Elmer, Peter. Series: Open University: The Renaissance in Europe. Num Pages: 432 pages, Illustrations (some col.), maps, ports. BIC Classification: 1D; 3H; 3JB; HBJD; JFCX; PDX. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 246 x 189 x 24. Weight in Grams: 1070.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Yale University Press
Condition
New
SKU
9780300082203
ISBN
9780300082203
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 6.23

Hardback. This book investigates what 'technology' is, what it helps us to do, and what it forces us to consider about our experience of being in the world. Using e-readers, such as the Kindle and iPad, as a case study, this work argues that the use of technology is more complicated and more human than public discussion often gives it credit for. Series: New Directions in Philosophy and Cognitive Science. Num Pages: 260 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPM; PDA; PDR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 224 x 146 x 20. Weight in Grams: 436.
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Edition
2015th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781137377852
ISBN
9781137377852
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 64.01

Paperback. Series: New Directions in Philosophy and Cognitive Science. Num Pages: 260 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPCF3; HPM; PDA; UB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 14. Weight in Grams: 339.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
Number of pages
260
Condition
New
SKU
V9781349999910
ISBN
9781349999910
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 63.26

paperback. Modeled on Aczel's successful "Fermat's Last Theorem," this book gives readers the tools to minimize, or maximize, chance's effect on their lives. Aczel explores probability theory and its daily, practical applications, while relating stories of gamblers who also happen to be mathematical geniuses. Num Pages: 176 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: PB; PD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 190 x 127 x 13. Weight in Grams: 171.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
Basic Books United States
Number of pages
176
Condition
New
SKU
V9781560257943
ISBN
9781560257943
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.92

Paperback. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: PDZ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 219 x 335 x 21. Weight in Grams: 236.
Publisher
Hodder & Stoughton General Division
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
5th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781473642645
ISBN
9781473642645
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 11.85

Paperback. Series: Centennial Publications of The University of Chicago Press. Num Pages: 352 pages, 33 halftones. BIC Classification: BG; PD; PHVB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 141 x 23. Weight in Grams: 540.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1992
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Edition
New ed
Number of pages
352
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226870557
ISBN
9780226870557
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 31.41

Paperback. Brings together work in the field of chaos theory, an extension of classical mechanics, in which simple and complex causes are seen to interact. Num Pages: 368 pages, Ill.(some col.). BIC Classification: PBWS; PDZ; PDZM; PH; PHD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 197 x 133 x 24. Weight in Grams: 276.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
Vintage
Condition
New
Edition
Reprint
SKU
9780749386061
ISBN
9780749386061
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 12.53

Hardcover. Editor(s): Gouesbet, Gerard; Meunier-Guttin-Cluzel, S.; Menard, O. Num Pages: 320 pages, tables & charts. BIC Classification: PBWS; PD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 262 x 189 x 27. Weight in Grams: 930.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9781590338056
ISBN
9781590338056
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 82.96
€ 58.29

Paperback. Chaos exists in systems all around us. This introduction draws in philosophy, literature, and maths to explain Chaos Theory, showing the variety of its applications in the real world, from technology to global warming, politics, and even gambling on the stock market. Series: Very Short Introductions. Num Pages: 200 pages, 30 halftones and line drawings. BIC Classification: PBWS; PDZM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 175 x 116 x 10. Weight in Grams: 152.
Publisher
Oxford University Press, USA
Number of pages
200
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Edition
Illustrated
Condition
New
SKU
V9780192853783
ISBN
9780192853783
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 11.99
€ 10.86

Paperback. A beguiling investigation into the remarkable maths behind our everyday lives. Num Pages: 368 pages. BIC Classification: PDZM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 130 x 33. Weight in Grams: 338.
Publisher
Quercus Publishing
Number of pages
368
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781780871608
ISBN
9781780871608
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.00
€ 11.81

Hardcover. Characterisation of Ferroelectric Bulk Materials and Thin Films Editor(s): Cain, Markys G. Series: Springer Series in Measurement Science and Technology. Num Pages: 280 pages, 77 black & white illustrations, 101 colour illustrations, 10 black & white tables, biogra. BIC Classification: PDDM; PHF; TDM; TGMT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 242 x 162 x 21. Weight in Grams: 576.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Edition
2014th Edition
Number of pages
450
Condition
New
SKU
V9781402093104
ISBN
9781402093104
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 186.71

Paperback. This concluding volume of Charles Darwin's biography looks closely at the wider publishing world of Victorian England and the different audiences which responded to Darwin's ideas. It considers the Darwinian revolution from his point of view and what it was like to become a scientific celebrity. Num Pages: 608 pages, 24pp b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: 3JH; BG; PDX; PSAJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 153 x 46. Weight in Grams: 842.
Publisher
Vintage United Kingdom
Number of pages
608
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Edition
New Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780712668378
ISBN
9780712668378
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 28.50

Paperback. We all played tag when we were kids. What most of us don't realize is that this simple chase game is in fact an application of pursuit theory. This book gives us the complete history of this area of mathematics, from its classical analytical beginnings to the present day. Series: Princeton Puzzlers. Num Pages: 272 pages, 5 halftones. 67 line illus. BIC Classification: PBUD; PBX; PDZM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 208 x 136 x 19. Weight in Grams: 284.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Edition
With a New preface by the author
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691155012
ISBN
9780691155012
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 17.05

Paperback. Immerses readers in the world of those who regularly go to sea - aquanauts living underwater, marine biologists seeking unseen life in the deep ocean, and tall-ship captains at the helm, among others - and tells the fascinating tale of what life, and science, is like at the mercy of Mother Nature. Num Pages: 178 pages, 4 colour plates, 28 halftones. BIC Classification: PDZ; PSPM; RBKC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 11. Weight in Grams: 277.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Number of pages
178
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226678740
ISBN
9780226678740
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 17.29

Paperback. Adazzling tour d'horizonof mankind's enduring fascination with, and reliance upon, the extraordinary star at the centre of our solar system. Num Pages: 720 pages, 16pp plates. BIC Classification: PDZ; PGS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 147 x 196 x 40. Weight in Grams: 510.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Simon & Schuster
Number of pages
720
Condition
New
SKU
V9781416526124
ISBN
9781416526124
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 14.59

Paperback / so. Num Pages: 248 pages, black & white illustrations, bibliography. BIC Classification: GB; PD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 153 x 18. Weight in Grams: 392.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Springer United States
Number of pages
248
Condition
New
SKU
V9781468421651
ISBN
9781468421651
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 63.40

Hardcover. Chemical kinetics involves the rates at which chemical reactions occur and helps explain many natural and mechanical phenomena. For instance, kinetics explains how pharmaceuticals function in a biological system and how pollutants produced by combustion engines are converted for release into the atmosphere. Num Pages: 968 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: PDE; PNRD. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 239 x 165 x 47. Weight in Grams: 1252.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Wiley-Interscience United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
968
Condition
New
SKU
V9780471241973
ISBN
9780471241973
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 247.91

Subscribe to our newsletter

News on special offers, signed editions & more!