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The Physics of Superheroes

The Physics of Superheroes

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The Physics of Superheroes

by Kakalios, James

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ISBN 10
1592401465
ISBN 13
9781592401468
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New York: Gotham. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 2005. Third Printing. Hardcover. 1592401465 . Prvious owner's inscription. International orders may require additional postage. ; 384 pages .

Synopsis

A complete update to the hit book on the real physics at work in comic books, featuring more heroes, more villains, and more science Since 2001, James Kakalios has taught "Everything I Needed to Know About Physics I Learned from Reading Comic Books," a hugely popular university course that generated coast-to-coast media attention for its unique method of explaining complex physics concepts through comics. With The Physics of Superheroes, named one of the best science books of 2005 by Discover, he introduced his colorful approach to an even wider audience. Now Kakalios presents a totally updated, expanded edition that features even more superheroes and findings from the cutting edge of science. With three new chapters and completely revised throughout with a splashy, redesigned package, the book that explains why Spider-Man's webbing failed his girlfriend, the probable cause of Krypton's explosion, and the Newtonian physics at work in Gotham City is electrifying from cover to cover.

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Bookseller's Inventory #
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Title
The Physics of Superheroes
Author
Kakalios, James
Format/Binding
Hardcover
Book Condition
Used - Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket
Edition
Third Printing
ISBN 10
1592401465
ISBN 13
9781592401468
Publisher
Gotham
Place of Publication
New York
Date Published
2005
Keywords
1592401465
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