Wizards, Aliens, and Starships: Physics and Math in Fantasy and Science Fiction
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Wizards, Aliens, and Starships: Physics and Math in Fantasy and Science Fiction
By (Author) Charles L. Adler
Princeton University Press
Princeton University Press
27th January 2020
United States
Classifications
General
Non Fiction
Literary studies: general
Popular science
809.38762
Physical Properties
Paperback
392
Width 133mm, Height 203mm
Description
Explaining the science behind science fiction and fantasy-from the probable to the impossible From space elevators to interstellar travel, science fiction and fantasy writers have come up with some brilliant, innovative ideas. Yet how plausible are these ideas-for instance, could Mr. Weasley's flying car in the Harry Potter books really exist W
Reviews
"Co-Winner of the 2015 AIP Science Writing Award for Books, American Institute of Physics"
"One of Physics World's Top Ten Books of the Year for 2014"
"One of The Guardians Best Popular Physical Science Books of 2014, chosen by GrrlScientist"
Author Bio
Charles L. Adler is professor of physics at St. Mary's College of Maryland.
