It is the big ideas that change the world and how humans interact with it. Big Ideas in Brief explores 200 of the most important big ideas in pithy, one-page descriptions. The book uses easily understood language and simple illustrations to explain the concepts, making it ideal for those with little or no experience in a subject. Readers can gain a preliminary understanding and may be motivated to seek more information. Generous cross-referencing and a glossary of terms add clarity and context.
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Big Ideas in Brief is an excellent resource for students recently introduced to these concepts and as a quick-look reference for interested readers.
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Ian Crofton is an author and the former editor-in-chief of The Guinness Encyclopedia.
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