About the book
A science book for the general reader that is informative enough to be a popular textbook and yet well-written enough to appeal to general readers. “Hazen and Trefil [are] unpretentious—good, down-to-earth, we-can-explain-anything science teachers, the kind you wish you had but never did.”—The New York Times Book Review
Knowledge of the basic ideas and principles of science is fundamental to cultural literacy. But most books on science are often too obscure or too specialized to do the general reader much good.
Science Matters is a rare exception—a science book that is informative enough for introductory courses in high school and college, and yet lucid enough for readers uncomfortable with scientific jargon and complicated mathematics. And now, revised and expanded, it is up-to-date, so that readers can enjoy Hazen and Trefil's refreshingly accessible explanations of the most recent developments in science, from particle physics to biotechnology.
Editions of Science Matters
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780385247962
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780385261081
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780307454584
- EBook
- ISBN 9780307456649
- AudioStreaming
- ISBN 9780307577177
- AudioStreaming
- ISBN 9781415966884
Read an Excerpt
A science book for the general reader that is informative enough to be a popular textbook and yet well-written enough to appeal to general readers. “Hazen and Trefil [are] unpretentious—good, down-to-earth, we-can-explain-anything science teachers, the kind you wish you had but never did.”—The New York Times Book Review
Knowledge of the basic ideas and principles of science is fundamental to cultural literacy. But most books on science are often too obscure or too specialized to do the general reader much good.
Science Matters is a rare exception—a science book that is informative enough for introductory courses in high school and college, and yet lucid enough for readers uncomfortable with scientific jargon and complicated mathematics. And now, revised and expanded, it is up-to-date, so that readers can enjoy Hazen and Trefil's refreshingly accessible explanations of the most recent developments in science, from particle physics to biotechnology.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Science Matters about?
A science book for the general reader that is informative enough to be a popular textbook and yet well-written enough to appeal to general readers. “Hazen and Trefil [are] unpretentious—good, down-to-earth, we-can-explain-anything science teachers, the kind you wish you had but never did.”—The New York Times Book Review
Knowledge of the basic ideas and principles of science is fundamental to cultural literacy. But most books on science are often too obscure or too specialized to do the general reader much good.
Science Matters is a rare exception—a science book that is informative enough for introductory courses in high school and college, and yet lucid enough for readers uncomfortable with scientific jargon and complicated mathematics. And now, revised and expanded, it is up-to-date, so that readers can enjoy Hazen and Trefil's refreshingly accessible explanations of the most recent developments in science, from particle physics to biotechnology.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Science Matters?
Mathematics and Science > Science: general issues
Where can I read a sample of Science Matters?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780385247962
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Science Matters?
James Trefil, Robert M. Hazen
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Science Matters is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780385247962) and paperback(ISBN 9780385261081) and paperback(ISBN 9780307454584) and ebook(ISBN 9780307456649) and audiostreaming(ISBN 9780307577177) and audiostreaming(ISBN 9781415966884)
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