Physics: Decade by Decade (Twentieth-Century Science) [Hardcover]

Alfred B. Bortz (Author), Fred Bortz (Author)

Product Details

• Hardcover: 263 pages
• Publisher: Facts on File; 1 edition (June 1, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0816055327
• ISBN-13: 978-0816055326
• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 7.7 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,931,873 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

I love sharing science with young readers, and I use my books and website to do that. I also visit schools whenever I can. Sometimes I give a talk called "Our Next Planet," and invite my audience to travel with me to other worlds. I'm also developing a talk called "The Truth About Space Aliens." It's based on my new book about the "Cool Science" of Astrobiology.

My website, "Dr. Fred's Place," has sections called "Ask Dr. Fred," where you can discover some of my favorite questions. It also has pages about all my books, with updates and links for several of them. I have a special section about "Beyond Jupiter: The Story of Planetary Astronomer Heidi Hammel." That section includes the story of my trip to a major telescope on Hawaii's highest mountain with Heidi. It also includes her frequently asked questions about astronomy.

After you visit "Dr. Fred's Place," you will understand why I say that science is not about answers but rather about questions and the way we follow them to discoveries. Discover my books, follow your questions, and share in wonderful adventures.

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A great book for Harry Potter fans, August 1, 2007

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This review is from: Physics: Decade by Decade (Twentieth-Century Science) (Hardcover)

I bought this book for my 16-year-old niece who is more of the literary type but who also likes knowing the big ideas of science. I was expecting the usual "Physics Is Phun" sillyspeak, but to my pleasant surprise, Dr. Bortz struck the perfect balance of sharing the facts of our fascinating world without sounding frivolous. My niece agreed.