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Title: Flanagan's Version: A Spectator's Guide to Science on the Eve of the 21st Century
Publisher: Alfred A. Knopf
Publication Date: 1988
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0394555473
ISBN 13: 9780394555478
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Very Good
Dust Jacket Condition: Dust Jacket Included

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New Alfred A. Knopf,, 1988.. Fine in fine dust jacket.. First printing. Individual chapters focus on physics, astronomy, geology, biology and technology, and make complex ideas understandable. INSCRIBED on the front endpaper to the noted collector Larry Owens with the comment "A true reader. Someone who remembers what he has read!" Index. x. 172 pp.

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Flanagan, who was editor of Scientific American for 35 years, has written a very general survey of the achievements of science. His analysis of physics, astronomy, geology, biology and technology relies on the insight that everythingthe galaxies, Earth, life, our technical prowessevolves and has a history. He uses that history to show how we got to where we are and to illuminate the problems that still puzzle scientists. However, Flanagan mars this otherwise creditable approach by concluding with a political argument against strategic defenses. Nevertheless, his easy, genial style combined with a knack for simple but exact explanations make this book a pleasure to read. Natural Science Book Club alternate.
Copyright 1988 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Flanagan, editor of Scientific American for more than 35 years, continues to explain science to nonscientists in his new book. Chapters describing the theoretical fundamentals of modern physics, astronomy, geology, biology, and technology also describe each discipline's "holy grails," the unknowns engaging researchers' efforts. In his final chapter, "The Dangerous Charm of Cranks," Flanagan muses about antiscientific thinking, such as ESP, scientific creationism, and nuclear deterrence through "Mutual Assured Destruction" and "Star Wars." Flanagan joins the ranks of writers like James Trefil and Arthur C. Clarke whose readable guides to science appeal to adult public library patrons. Laurie Tynan, Montgomery Cty.
Norristown P.L., Pa.
Copyright 1988 Reed Business Information, Inc.

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