Fysik

Vi tæller dagene og tænker over tiden, der går. Men hvad er tid egentlig? Den populære teoretiske fysiker Carlo Rovelli er tilbage med en lille bog om dette fascinerende store mysterium. Med poetisk præcision og stor klarhed præsenterer han fysikkens tidligere og nye teorier om fænomenet tid iblandet litterære henvisninger og filosofiske overvejelser. For tiden rejser store spørgsmål. Er den overhovedet virkelig, eller er det bare en brugbar måde at måle forandring på? Hvorfor kender vi fortiden, men ikke fremtiden? Hvad betyder det, at tiden går? Findes vi i tiden, eller findes tiden i os? Carlo Rovelli formår at formidle kompleks videnskab, så alle kan være med og indbyder os til at tænke over tidens natur, som bliver ved med at forundre både fysikere og filosoffer – og nok os alle.

En moderne klassiker, som har slået alle udgivelsesrekorder med 237 uger på bestsellerlisten. ”Denne bog er en forening af et barns undren og et genis intellekt. Vi rejser med ind i Hawkings univers med dyb fascination.” Sunday Time ”En af de mest fremragende videnskabelige begavelser siden Einstein.” Daily Express ”Hawking forklarer kompleks kosmologisk fysik med en medrivende blanding af klarhed og humor … en hjerne af usædvanlig kraft.” Observer

Free will is the foundation of western society, dictating our notions of fairness and justice, punishment and reward, and our very identity as individuals. But as world-renowned scientist Robert Sapolsky shows, there is not a shred of evidence to suggest that free will exists. What would happen if we accepted that free will is a powerful illusion?

Why We Sleep is a compelling and eye-opening book by Matthew Walker. Published in 2018 by Simon + Schuster Inc., this book delves into the fascinating world of sleep, exploring why it is so crucial to our wellbeing. As a renowned neuroscientist and sleep expert, Walker provides an in-depth look at the powerful effects of sleep on our health, brain, and life. The book is a mix of cutting-edge scientific research and practical advice, making it a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the importance of sleep and how to improve their own. It's a standout in its genre, providing not just information, but also solutions and strategies to help readers improve their sleep and, by extension, their lives. Why We Sleep is not just a book; it's a wake-up call about the power of sleep. Published by Simon + Schuster Inc., it's an essential read that has left a lasting impact on the genre.

Har du nogensinde tænkt over hvad der er bag stikkontakten? The Visual Guide to the Power Grid – Inside the Greatest Machine in the World er en illustreret rundtur i det fascinerende elsystem. Bogen viser det sammenknyttede netværk af brølende maskiner, knitrende infrastruktur og gigantiske investeringer som tilsammen sikrer, at der elektricitet i stikkontakten lige når du har brug for det.Bogen giver svar på spørgsmål som: Hvad foregår der under kølerhjelmen på et kraftværk eller i toppen af vindmølle? Hvorfor svinger elprisen fra time til time og fra sted til sted? Hvordan lægger man elkabler på havbunden? Hvorfor er kontrolrums-ingeniører særligt spændte under VM? Kort sagt: Det er elsystemets ’how stuff works’. Nysgerrige mennesker med interesse for videnskab og energi, vil aldrig se en stikkontakt i samme lys igen.Om forfatteren: Christian Dahl Winther (cand.oecon, ph.d.) har arbejdet med energi i en årrække, og hans passion for elsystemet giver bogen drivkraft og trækker læseren med. Bogen er særligt relevant netop nu, hvor den grønne omstilling er på alles læber, men hvor få kender til den bagvedliggende sektor.

The essential guide to mental health from the bestselling author of THE SCHOOL OF LIFE. De Botton follows the arc from mental crisis and collapse to convalescence and recovery. Written with kindness, knowledge and sympathy, it is both a practical guide and a source of consolation and companionship in what might be our most anguished moments.

What If? 2 is the highly anticipated sequel from the acclaimed author, Randall Munroe. Published in 2023 by Hodder And Stoughton Ltd., this book continues to explore the intriguing and often hilarious outcomes of hypothetical scenarios. Munroe, renowned for his unique blend of humor and scientific insight, once again captivates readers with his imaginative inquiries into the world of 'what ifs'. This book, like its predecessor, belongs to a genre all its own, combining elements of science, humor, and sheer unpredictability. Readers will find themselves laughing, pondering, and marveling at the endless possibilities of the universe. What If? 2 confirms Munroe's status as a master of imaginative storytelling and reaffirms Hodder And Stoughton Ltd.'s commitment to publishing thought-provoking literature. This book is a must-read for anyone who enjoys a good laugh while learning about the fascinating complexities of our world.

Stort set ALT I UNIVERSET er sammensat af blot 92 GRUNDSTOFFER!Følg den store videnskabsdetektiv SHERLOCK OHMS, mens han udforsker alt om grundstofferne i denne kloge, sjove og lærerige bog.Masser af overraskende og spændende viden om, hvad dine omgivelser består af. Sjove tegneserier, som viser de geniale videnskabsmænd, der opdagede hver enkelt grundstof. Nemme og spændene videnskabelige eksperimenter, du selv kan udføre.En prisvindende introduktion til det periodiske system med masser af vidunderlige illustrationer.En flot og indbydende bog om et svært emne. Den virker meget grundig i sin formidling, og illustrationerne og de sjove fakta-bokse gør emnet forståeligt og interessant. Kan også bruges som opslagsværk.Bøger som formidler naturvidenskabelige emner, kan vi ikke få nok af.- LektørudtalelsenDen fedeste bog!- Johan Olsen

"The creator of the YouTube channel How to ADHD shares the insights and strategies that help her thrive in this accessible and shame-free guide to working with, understanding, and celebrating the ADHD brain"--

Outlive is a captivating book written by the brilliant Peter Attia. Published in 2023 by Random House LCC US, this book takes the reader on an unforgettable journey. The genre of the book is hard to pin down, as it skillfully blends elements of mystery, adventure, and suspense. The author's unique storytelling style and the book's intriguing plot make it a must-read. The publication year, 2023, marks a significant milestone in the author's career, as it is the year that this masterpiece was shared with the world. As you dive into the pages of Outlive, you will be transported into a world crafted by Peter Attia's imaginative mind. Random House LCC US, the publisher, is known for their high-quality books, and Outlive is no exception. This book is a testament to their commitment to delivering engaging and thought-provoking content to readers. In conclusion, Outlive is a book that deserves a spot on every book lover's shelf.

From the author of the New York Times bestseller The Wild Unknown Tarot Deck and Guidebook comes a never-before-published oracle deck and guidebook that takes readers on a journey of self-discovery through the realm of archetypes, the place where myth and dreams meet.

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One of our great behavioral scientists, the bestselling author of Behave, plumbs the depths of the science and philosophy of decision-making to mount a devastating case against free will, an argument with profound consequences.

Antifragile, a masterpiece by Nassim Nicholas Taleb, is a book that will truly change your perspective. Published in 2014 by Random House LCC US, this book belongs to a genre that blends philosophy, economics, and psychology in a unique and captivating way. Antifragile goes beyond the conventional dichotomy of fragile versus robust. Taleb introduces a third category, 'Antifragile,' things that gain from disorder. The author skillfully guides the reader to understand how we can apply this concept in various aspects of our lives. Antifragile is not just a book, it's a new way of looking at the world. Don't miss out on this enlightening read from one of the most profound thinkers of our time.

What does it mean to be intelligent? Is it something unique to humans - or do we share it with other beings? Recent years have seen rapid advances in 'artificial' intelligence, which increasingly appears to be something stranger than we ever imagined. At the same time, we are becoming more aware of the other intelligences which have been with us all along, unrecognized. These other beings are the animals, plants, and natural systems that surround us, and are slowly revealing their complexity and knowledge - just as the new technologies we've built are threatening to cause their extinction, and ours. In Ways of Being, writer and artist James Bridle considers the fascinating, uncanny and multiple ways of existing on earth. What can we learn from these other forms of intelligence and personhood, and how can we change our societies to live more equitably with one another and the non-human world? From Greek oracles to octopuses, forests to satellites, Bridle tells a radical new story about ecology, technology and intelligence. We must, they argue, expand our definition of these terms to build a meaningful and free relationship with the non-human, one based on solidarity and cognitive diversity. We have so much to learn, and many worlds to gain.

Magnum Magnum showcases the best of Magnum members, celebrating the vision, imagination, and brilliance of both the acknowledged greats of photography in the twentieth century and the modern masters and rising stars of our time.

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';It is only ideas gained from walking thathave any worth.'Nietzsche In A Philosophy of Walking, a bestsellerin France, leading thinker FredericGros charts the many different wayswe get from A to B the pilgrimage,the promenade, the protest march, thenature rambleand reveals what theysay about us. Gros draws attention to otherthinkers who also saw walking assomething central to their practice.On his travels he ponders Thoreau's eagerseclusion in Walden Woods; the reasonRimbaud walked in a fury, while Nervalrambled to cure his melancholy. Heshows us how Rousseau walked in orderto think, while Nietzsche wanderedthe mountainside to write. In contrast,Kant marched through his hometownevery day, exactly at the same hour, toescape the compulsion of thought.Brilliant and erudite, A Philosophyof Walking is an entertaining andinsightful manifesto for putting onefoot in front of the other.

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Stephen Hawking’s closest collaborator offers the intellectual superstar’s final thoughts on the cosmos—a dramatic revision of the theory he put forward in A Brief History of Time.“This superbly written book offers insight into an extraordinary individual, the creative process, and the scope and limits of our current understanding of the cosmos.”—Lord Martin ReesPerhaps the biggest question Stephen Hawking tried to answer in his extraordinary life was how the universe could have created conditions so perfectly hospitable to life. In order to solve this mystery, Hawking studied the big bang origin of the universe, but his early work ran into a crisis when the math predicted many big bangs producing a multiverse—countless different universes, most of which would be far too bizarre to ​harbor life. Holed up in the theoretical physics department at Cambridge, Stephen Hawking and his friend and collaborator Thomas Hertog worked on this problem for twenty years, developing a new theory of the cosmos that could account for the emergence of life. Peering into the extreme quantum physics of cosmic holograms and venturing far back in time to our deepest roots, they were startled to find a deeper level of evolution in which the physical laws themselves transform and simplify until particles, forces, and even time itself fades away. This discovery led them to a revolutionary idea: The laws of physics are not set in stone but are born and co-evolve as the universe they govern takes shape. As Hawking’s final days drew near, the two collaborators published their theory, which proposed a radical new Darwinian perspective on the origins of our universe. On the Origin of Time offers a striking new vision of the universe’s birth that will profoundly transform the way we think about our place in the order of the cosmos and may ultimately prove to be Hawking’s greatest legacy.

'Visionary ... buy or borrow this book, read it, take it to heart' OBSERVER'In these hard times for liberty, On Freedom makes the case that freedom, once explored and understood, is the way forward' PRESIDENT ZELENSKYFrom the acclaimed, bestselling author of On Tyranny comes a brilliant exploration of freedom - what it is, how it's been misunderstood, and why it's our only chance for survival.Freedom is our great commitment, but we have lost sight of what it means - leading us into crisis. Too many of us look at freedom as the absence of state power: we think we're free if we can do and say as we please. But true freedom isn't so much freedom from, as freedom to - the freedom to thrive, to take risks for futures we choose by working together. Freedom is the value that makes all other values possible.Drawing on the work of philosophers and political dissidents, conversations with contemporary thinkers and his own experiences, Snyder identifies the practices and attitudes that will allow us to design a government in which we and future generations can flourish. Intimate yet ambitious, this book forges a new consensus rooted in a politics of abundance, generosity and grace.On Tyranny inspired millions around the world to fight for freedom; On Freedom helps us see exactly what we're fighting for. It is a thrilling intellectual journey and a tour de force of political philosophy.'Everyone who cares about freedom should read this book' ANNE APPLEBAUM'Passionate, intimate, compelling - a clarion call' PHILIPPE SANDS

For the press tour following the record-breaking release of Greta Gerwig's award-winning, acclaimed Barbie movie, producer and star Margot Robbie and her stylist Andrew Mukamal immersed themselves in some of Barbie's most iconic outfits and curated vintage pieces, then approached designers, from Giorgio Armani to Donatella Versace, to create looks inspired by the doll-size originals. Many of these looks were not seen as the official Barbie press tour was cut short--so Margot and Andrew worked with renowned fashion photographer Craig McDean to shoot her in the looks exactly as they were curated: Schiaparelli in Los Angeles, Vivienne Westwood in London, vintage Chanel with matching Steamline luggge at the airport, and beyond..

"Il Dolce Far Niente is a gorgeous, photographic ode to the magic of southern coastal Italy in the summer by renowned travel, fashion, and lifestyle photographer Lucy Laucht. Throughout these pages, the spirit of summer will come shining through--shimmering blue seas, long summer afternoons walking on the beach, those fearless jumpers diving off cliffs into the sea. There's a special essence to summer in South Italy--the pleasure of living simple. Lazing on the beach, perching on the rocks overlooking the sea, relishing moments of escape and calm. Organized by place, each destination is its own chapter: Naples, The Aeolian Islands, Ischia, The Amalfi Coast and Capri, Sicily, Puglia, and Pantelleria. Framing each chapter is a rule that embodies the sense of place such as Napoli's "Find Peace in Chaos." Follow these rules in your own life, and bring a bit of the magic of an Italian summer home. Brimming with photos, Il Dolce Far Niente is for anyone who loves Italy"--