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This book is a testimony to the amazing life of Andrei Sakharov
(1921-1989) - the great scientist and great man, the creator of the
most terrible weapon in the history of mankind and at the same time
the Nobel Peace Prize Winner. Sakharov's life is, one might say, an
exciting detective story, a chain of incredible events, not
accidental however, but dictated by the genius and fortitude of the
protagonist. The theme of this book acquired new striking meanings
after the 'Sakharov documents' of the KGB of the USSR and of the
Politburo of the Soviet ruling Communist Party were declassified.
'I'm not on the top floor. I'm next to the top floor - on the other
side of the window', Sakharov once joked, referring to the top
floor of political power. This joke accurately reflects the
uniqueness of his status, which has become his destiny.Andrei
Sakharov is a giant among thought leaders who have shaped the fate
of mankind. This book is an important commemoration of his 100th
birthday to summarize his creative experience of 'producing
miracles', which will help to find constructive solutions to the
challenges of the 21st century. The peculiarity of this book is
that the main storyteller is Sakharov himself: it collects the most
significant quotes from his memoirs, alternate with vivid memories
of people who knew him, offering documentaries and explanations.
**As seen on Top Gear** 'Richard Browning is a real-life Tony
Stark.' - Wired --------------- For fans of Adrian Newey, Guy
Martin and Chris Hadfield, in Taking on Gravity inventor Richard
Browning tells the inspiring story behind his iconic jet suit, and
shares his creative principles for generating true innovation. From
Icarus to Iron Man, the dream of human flight has always inspired
and challenged us. Now, with his pioneering jet suit, Richard
Browning has redefined what is possible. Richard Browning's story
is one of groundbreaking innovation. Building an aviation business
from his garage, he has invented a whole new form of personal
flight - a fantasy previously reserved for the pages of science
fiction. His iconic jet suit has captured the imaginations of
millions around the world, triggered ongoing developments in
technology and engineering, and inspired a new generation of
creative minds to pursue their dreams. In Taking on Gravity,
Browning reveals the creative principles of his multimillion-pound
company, Gravity Industries, and shows us how grass-roots
innovation can disrupt established industries in exciting and
unexpected ways. On this journey into the sky we'll experience what
it's like to take flight, to test the limits of the human body, and
to convert moonshot ideas into tangible results. The Gravity story
is an inspiring example of human creativity and our ceaseless
desire to push the boundaries of what is possible. Where we go next
is up to you. READERS LOVE THE 'TAKING ON GRAVITY' STORY *****
'Tony Stark Lite' ***** 'Must read for anyone looking for
inspiration to continue pursuing their dream' ***** 'Taking on
Gravity by Richard Browning is equal parts inspiring, inquisitive,
soulful and ultimately a fantastic read that I will return to
again.'
However much his work has been reviled or contested, Sigmund Freud
remains one of the most significant thinkers of the last 150 years.
He founded psychoanalysis, and his vision of human behaviour and
the unconscious mind has provided a compelling paradigm for
understanding society for much of the twentieth century. In this
gripping new account, Matt ffytche draws on the latest research
into Freud's impact and historical context, making the case for his
continuing relevance in analysing the vagaries, resistances and
desires of the human mind. Engaging and accessible, Sigmund Freud
appeals to both students and the general reader, as well as anyone
engaged with mental health, dreams and the hidden depths of human
experience.
From his stunning discovery of "Tyrannosaurus rex "one hundred
years ago to the dozens of other important new dinosaur species he
found, Barnum Brown led a remarkable life (1873OCo1963), spending
most of it searching for fossilsOCoand sometimes oilOCoin every
corner of the globe. One of the most famous scientists in the world
during the middle of the twentieth century, BrownOCowho lived fast,
dressed to the nines, gambled, drank, smoked, and was known as a
ladiesOCO manOCobecame as legendary as the dinosaurs he uncovered.
"Barnum Brown "brushes off the loose sediment to reveal the man
behind the legend. Drawing on BrownOCOs field correspondence and
unpublished notes, and on the writings of his daughter and his two
wives, it discloses for the first time details about his life and
travelsOCofrom his youth on the western frontier to his spying for
the U.S. government under cover of his expeditions. This absorbing
biography also takes full measure of BrownOCOs extensive scientific
accomplishments, making it the definitive account of the life and
times of a singular man and a superlative fossil hunter.
A first-rate ornithologist, Margaret Morse Nice (1883-1974)
pioneered field studies on song sparrows and advocated for women's
active role in the sciences. Yet her nontraditional path toward
scientific progress, as well as her gender, meant that she had to
reach the highest pinnacles of achievement in order to gain
prominence in her chosen field. Luckily for Nice, she was more than
up to the challenge. In this engaging first book-length biography,
Marilyn Bailey Ogilvie sheds light on Nice's intellectual journey.
The wife of an academic, Nice pursued her own scholarly interests
through self-study and by cultivating and creating work
partnerships with colleagues. Talented, ambitious, and creative,
she did not define herself solely through her role as wife and
mother, nor did her family responsibilities deter her from her
professional achievements. From her undergraduate study at Mount
Holyoke College to her fieldwork in Norman, Oklahoma, her
coauthorship of Birds of Oklahoma and subsequent correspondence
with George Sutton to her later years in Columbus, Ohio, Nice's
career grew in tandem with her personal life - and in some cases,
because of it. Although bridled by social constraints, her work
spoke for itself: she produced more than 244 papers, articles, and
published letters; seven books and book-length monographs; and
3,000 reviews. This voluminous and field-defining output earned her
the respect of some of the most important biological scientists of
the day, among them Konrad Lorenz and Ernst Mayr, who declared that
she had ""almost singlehandedly"" initiated ""a new era in American
ornithology."" For the Birds gives Nice her due recognition,
lending compelling insight into her activism promoting conservation
and preservation, her field methods, and the role of women in the
history of science, particularly in ornithology. Nice's life acts
as a looking glass into the various challenges faced by fellow
female pioneers, their resolve, and their contributions.
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