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The Short Story of the Universe is a new introduction to the
subject of the universe. Covering 130 key components that make it
up - from dwarf galaxies and spiral arms to red giants and the
planets of the solar sytem - and linking these to the universe's
structure and the theories that help us understand it, this book
simplifies this riveting yet mind-boggling subject, telling the
story of how it came into being and how it will eventually be no
more. Accessible and concise, generously illustrated throughout,
and with all the essential information presented without jargon,
readers are given all the tools they need to enjoy the fascinating
history of the deepest depths of the universe.
The Short Story of Science is a new introduction to the complete
subject of science. Covering 60 key experiments, from Archimedes'
investigations of buoyancy to the discovery of dark matter, and
then linking these to the history of science, as well as to the key
theories and methods, the book simplifies and explains all the key
breakthroughs. Accessible and concise, generously illustrated
throughout, and with all the essential information presented
without jargon, readers are given all the tools they need to enjoy
the fascinating history of scientific knowledge.
The Short Story of Architecture is a new and innovative guide to
the subject of architecture that explores 50 key buildings, from
the Great Pyramids to high-tech, sustainable skyscrapers.
Accessible and concise, the book links the 50 key works to the most
important architectural materials, elements and styles, giving
readers all the tools they need to understand and appreciate the
built world.
The Short Story of Art is a new and innovative introduction to the
subject of art. Simply constructed, the book explores 50 key works,
from the wall paintings of Lascaux to contemporary installations,
and then links these to sections on art movements, themes and
techniques. The design of the book allows the student or art
enthusiast to easily navigate their way around key periods, artists
and styles. Accessible and concise, it simplifies and explains the
most important and influential concepts in art, and shows how they
are connected. The book explains how, why and when art changed, who
introduced certain things, what they were, where they were
produced, and whether they matter. It demystifies artistic jargon,
giving readers a thorough understanding and broad enjoyment of art.
The Short Story of Photography is a new and innovative introduction
to the subject of photography. Simply constructed, the book
explores 50 key photographs from the first experiments in the early
ninteenth century to digital photography. Accessible and concise,
the book explains how, why and when certain photographs really have
changed the world. It demystifies technical jargon, giving readers
a thorough understanding and broad enjoyment of photography since
its creation.
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