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Behind every important scientific discovery there is an equation. They are far from baffling, and now you too can understand their power and beauty! Discover the 50 equations that have led to incredible discoveries, ground-breaking technology and have shaped our understanding of the world.<br/><br/>From much heralded classics as e=mc2 and Pythagoras's Theorem, to Fuzzy Logic and Google PageRank, each equation is tackled head-on, broken down and explained in a unique, entertaining way so that you understand exactly how it works and why it's worth knowing about. Innovative illustrations and accessible text help you understand each equation's function, individual elements and development.<br/><br/>Along the way you'll discover some surprising stories about the people behind the discoveries and how their brilliant insights resulted in ideas and technology we now take for granted. Covering geometry, technology, science, chance and mathematical theory,<i> The Secret Life of Equations </i>will enlighten and entertain in equal measure.<br/><br/>Chapters include:<br/><b>Geometry and Number</b><br/>Trigonometry; Fibonacci Numbers; The Fundamental Theorem of Calculus<br/><b>Science</b><br/>Newton's Second Law; Universal Gravitation; Entropy<br/><b>Technology</b><br/>The Cross-Ratio; De Morgan's Laws; Quaternion Rotation<br/><b>Chance and Uncertainty</b><br/>The Exponential Distribution; The Normal Distribution; The Chi-Square Test

<b>What is the best way to age well and live longer?</b><br/><br/>For decades, millions of people have tried to crack the secret of time and how to withstand it. The question affects the way we eat, treatments we invest in, and expensive packages sold by online gurus offering magical solutions. But without understanding the physical and spiritual links between quantum physics, biology and issues plaguing the body like inflammation, stress, and aging, the answer will continue to elude us.<br/><br/>In <i>Quantum Body</i>, international bestselling author Deepak Chopra teams up with world renowned physicist Jack Tuszynski and leading endocrinologist Brian Fertig, MD to reveal the new frontiers in health and aging. Timely and accessible, this book expands the barriers of science and invites you on the path to individual healing and longevity.

<b>FALL IN LOVE WITH YOUR LIFE<br/></b><br/><b>WOMEN LIVING DELICIOUSLY</b> wants us to fall in love with our lives. It will help women uncover the sense of awe and wonder that has been buried by the layers of shame, perfectionism and self-objectification that get piled on us by the patriarchy. For too long we have internalised the belief that our bodies are things to be looked at - instead of lived in. That it's embarrassing to fully express ourselves. That we cannot trust the parts of ourselves that are so full of desire.<br/><br/>This book will unpack the many barriers women face when trying to access joy so that they can discover the delicious life that's theirs for the taking.<br/><br/>International-bestselling author Florence Given wants to restore your lust for life and your sense of agency, giving you the courage and permission to inch closer to the wildly expansive life that you FULLY deserve - not in the future, not when you're perfect, not when you're prettier - but right now.<br/><br/>WOMEN DON'T OWE YOU PRETTY was a <i>Sunday Times</i> besteller in June 2020.

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