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In Praise of Simple Physics: The Science and Mathematics behind Everyday Questions

Hardback

Main Details

Title In Praise of Simple Physics: The Science and Mathematics behind Everyday Questions
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Paul J. Nahin
SeriesPrinceton Puzzlers
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:272
Dimensions(mm): Height 235,Width 152
Category/GenrePopular science
Physics
ISBN/Barcode 9780691166933
ClassificationsDewey:530
Audience
General
Tertiary Education (US: College)
Illustrations 59 b/w illus.

Publishing Details

Publisher Princeton University Press
Imprint Princeton University Press
Publication Date 24 May 2016
Publication Country United States

Description

Physics can explain many of the things that we commonly encounter. It can tell us why the night is dark, what causes the tides, and even how best to catch a baseball. With In Praise of Simple Physics, popular math and science writer Paul Nahin presents a plethora of situations that explore the science and math behind the wonders of everyday life. R

Author Biography

Paul J. Nahin is professor emeritus of electrical engineering at the University of New Hampshire. He is the author of many best-selling popular math books, including Digital Dice, Chases and Escapes, Dr. Euler's Fabulous Formula, When Least Is Best, Duelling Idiots and Other Probability Puzzlers, and An Imaginary Tale (all Princeton).

Reviews

"Nahin's writing style, as in previous books, is clear, conversational, humorous and chatty... [A]nd the discussions in the book are careful and appropriately rigorous."--MAA Reviews "Fun, accessible physics/math problems along with some humor."--Antonio Cangiano, Math-Blog "[Nahin] knows how to catch the attention of his reader. You will not regret buying any of his books, and I am sure after reading it, you will pick up this one to check again on one of his models and his solution methods."--European Mathematical Society "A superb book... [D]emonstrates clever ways to solve simply physics problems."--Choice