Naturvidenskab

Emotions aren't hardwired into you - you create them. A world-leading neuroscientist argues that understanding the origin and nature of emotions has huge implications for our future

Dyreverdenen er fuld af de mest utrolige væsner udstyret med fantastiske evner. Alligevel kan vi ikke lade være med at opfinde stærkt tvivlsomme påstande om dem. I denne bog foretager Anders Kofoed et faktatjek af 100 af de mest udbredte myter om dyr. Du får svaret på, om du bør iføre dig rustning for at fodre svaner i parken, og om du skal skynde dig at kigge væk, hvis Fido forsøger at få øjenkontakt. Du vil grine, du vil græmmes, og du vil godte dig over at kunne være besserwisser, næste gang samtalen falder på dyrenes forunderlige verden. Anders Kofoed er biolog og har viet sit liv til at fortælle om dyr hos blandt andet København Zoo, Knuthenborg Safaripark og Den Blå Planet. Han er hyppigt brugt ekspert af både DR og TV 2 og er især kendt som et fast indslag i programmet Go’ morgen Danmark.

Homo Deus explores the projects, dreams and nightmares that will shape the twenty-first century and beyond - from overcoming death to creating artificial life. It asks the fundamental questions: how can we protect this fragile world from our own destructive power?

The final book from Professor Stephen Hawking, the bestselling author of A BRIEF HISTORY OF TIME and arguably the most famous scientist of our age, BRIEF ANSWERS TO THE BIG QUESTIONS is a profound, accessible and timely reflection on the biggest questions in science.

Surveillance Capitalism: A new phase in economic history in which private companies and governments track your every move with the goal of predicting and controlling your behaviour. Under surveillance capitalism you are not the customer or even the product: you are the raw material.

Was there a beginning of time? Could time run backwards? Is the universe infinite or does it have boundaries? This book examines these questions. It begins by reviewing the great theories of the cosmos from Newton to Einstein, before delving into the secrets which still lie at the heart of space and time, from the Big Bang to black holes.

From the No. 1 bestselling author of What If? - the man who created xkcd and explained the laws of science with cartoons - comes a series of brilliantly simple diagrams ('blueprints' if you want to be complicated about it) that show how important things work: from the nuclear bomb to the biro.

The author describes himself as a reluctant traveller, but even when he stays safely at home he can't contain his curiosity about the world around him. This title is about his quest to understand everything that has happened from the Big Bang to the rise of civilization - how we got from there, being nothing at all, to here, being us.

Sunday Times Bestseller 'A paradigm-smashing chronicle of joyous entanglement' Charles Foster Waterstones Non-Fiction Book of the Month (September) Are trees social beings? How do trees live? Do they feel pain or have awareness of their surroundings?

Chaos is a riveting book written by the renowned author James Gleick. Published by Vintage Publishing in 1997, this masterpiece is a must-read for all book lovers. The book falls under the genre of popular science and non-fiction, making it an exciting read for those interested in these categories. Chaos provides a comprehensive insight into the fascinating world of chaos theory. Gleick's masterful storytelling and in-depth research make it an engaging and enlightening read. The book has been appreciated for its clear and accessible style, making complex scientific concepts understandable for the general reader. Published by Vintage Publishing, Chaos has been instrumental in popularizing the concepts of chaos theory. Don't miss out on this enlightening read!

The Selfish Gene, a thought-provoking book penned by Richard Dawkins, an Emeritus Fellow of New College, is a must-read for anyone interested in the intricacies of evolution. Published by Oxford University Press in 2016, this book delves into the world of genes and their role in evolution. Dawkins beautifully explains how genes, in their quest for survival, can lead to seemingly selfish behavior in living organisms. This book, belonging to the genre of popular science, has since its publication, stirred up a revolution in the way we perceive natural selection. It is a testament to Dawkins' profound understanding of the subject and his ability to simplify complex concepts for his readers. The Selfish Gene is not just a book; it's a journey into the heart of life itself, guided by one of the greatest thinkers of our time. Published by the renowned Oxford University Press, this book promises quality and credibility. It's not just a book, it's a treasure trove of knowledge waiting to be uncovered.

"Mærk verden" var med rette en sensation og en kæmpe bestseller, da den udkom for 25 år siden. I et nyt forord fortæller Tor Nørtranders om bogens tilblivelse og om dens liv siden udgivelsen, som også gav genklang internationalt. ”Mærk verden” beretter om en række overraskende videnskabelige opdagelser, der anfægter vores vante forestillinger om bevidsthed, information og civilisation. Med stor elegance, vid, humor og indsigt bringes videnskaben i kontakt med erfaringer fra hverdagens verden i en stor anlagt fortælling. En af bogens mange pointer er, at de fleste menneskelige færdigheder – fra dans til fodboldspil til tænkning og samtale – bedst udøves, når man ikke er bevidst om dem. Tor Nørretranders præsenterer i ”Mærk verden” en udfordrende sammentænkning af skelsættende nybrud i naturvidenskabens billede af verden og et tankevækkende bud på hvad det vil sige at være menneske. Pressenskrev: Pressen skrev: ”Den er fascinerende, uhyre velskreven med en meget omfattende, ja enorm viden om den moderne fysisks udvikling, om erkendelsesteoretiske og psykologiske problemer. Han har en usædvanlig evne til at skabe sammenhæng og popularisere komplicerede forhold.” - Politiken "Med afsæt i vidunderligt rige og fascinerende ideer bygger Nørretranders op til sit hovedsynspunkt: at bevidsthed i sit væsen er et fupnummer, en illusion." - Douglas Hofstadter

Written by a neuroscientist, and a "new atheist", this book is suitable for the increasingly large numbers of people who follow no religion, but who suspect that Jesus, Buddha, Lao Tzu, Rumi, and the other saints and sages of history could not have all been epileptics, schizophrenics, or frauds.

Donna J. Haraway refigures our current epoch, moving away from the Anthropocene toward the Chthulucene: an epoch in which we stay with the trouble of living and dying on a damaged earth while living with and understanding the nonhuman in complex ways conducive to building more livable futures.

Life 3.0, a compelling masterpiece by renowned author Max Tegmark, is a book that will take you on a thought-provoking journey. Published by Penguin Books Ltd in 2018, this book has since been a beacon of knowledge for many. The genre of this book is hard to pin down, as it seamlessly blends elements of science, philosophy, and speculation about the future. Tegmark's Life 3.0 invites us to ponder the most essential question of our time: What future do we want to create for ourselves? As you delve into its pages, you will find yourself immersed in a riveting exploration of the future of life as we know it. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the future of humanity and artificial intelligence. Don't miss out on this enlightening read from Penguin Books Ltd.

"Min relation til naturen – og den jeg gerne vil inspirere til – går ud over nytteværdien. Og det kræver en indsats langt større end en gåtur i ny og næ." – Rane Willerslev.Han taler med træer, og han ser spøgelseselge. Han er kommet til at fange sin egen datter i en dyrefælde, og euforiserende svampe har ændret hans liv. Rane Willerslev mærker en dyb resonans med naturen, og han bruger dyr og planter til både at vejlede sig gennem livet og til at åbne skjulte verdener.I Mit magiske træ kommer vi helt tæt på Rane Willerslevs indre og ydre natur. Bogen fortæller de vildeste historier om dengang Rane debuterede som jæger og forstod en snert af forførelsens kunst, eller om dengang han fandt verdens smukkeste bøg og begyndte at tilbede den, eller om dengang han blev smidt i søen af i sin far og lærte noget om udholdenhed.Bogen er en kærlighedserklæring til naturen, også den danske natur, hvis vildskab på det seneste har overrumplet Rane.Gennem sjove og rørende scener fra sin barndom, sin ungdom og sit voksenliv minder Rane Willerslev os i denne tankevækkende bog om, hvor meget naturen kan fortælle os, hvis vi evner at vende os mod den og være åbne for dens magi.Rane Willerslev er Direktør for Nationalmuseet, han står bag bl.a. bestsellere som Tænk vildt og Ekspeditioner og DR1’s programrække Historien om mennesket.

The first volume of the graphic adaptation of Yuval Noah Harari's global phenomenon and smash SUNDAY TIMES #1 BESTSELLER. Featuring 256 pages of gorgeous full-colour illustrations and wrapped in a beautiful package. One hundred thousand years ago, at least six different species of humans inhabited Earth. Yet today there is only one-homo sapiens. What happened to the others?And what may happen to us? In this first volume of the adaptation of his ground-breaking book, renowned historian Yuval Harari tells the story of humankind's creation and evolution, exploring the ways in which biology and history have defined us and enhanced our understanding of what it means to be "human". From examining the role evolving humans have played in the global ecosystem to charting the rise of empires, Sapiens challenges us to reconsider accepted beliefs, connect past developments with contemporary concerns, and view specific events within the context of larger ideas. Featuring easy-to-understand text covering the first part of the original edition, this adaptation of the mind-expanding book furthers the ongoing conversation as it introduces Harari's ideas to a wider new readership. '[A] wonderful graphic novel... Smart, funny and dipped deep in the reality of what we as a species are...' Big Issue *Books of the Year*

Explore the physiology of 30 key yoga poses, in-depth and from every angle, and master each asana with confidence and control. Did you know that yoga practice can help lower your blood pressure, decrease inflammation and prevent age-related brain changes? Recent scientific research now backs up what were once anecdotal claims about the benefits of yoga to every system in the body. Science of Yoga reveals the facts, with annotated artworks that show the mechanics, the angles, how your blood flow and respiration are affected, the key muscle and joint actions working below the surface of each pose, safe alignment and much more. With insight into variations on the poses and and a Q&A section that explores the science behind every aspect of yoga, look no further than Science of Yoga to achieve technical excellence in your practice and optimise the benefits of yoga to your body and mind.