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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>Hollywood A-lister Michelle Rodriguez and Mexican healer Sergio Magana reveal the incredible truth of ancient Toltec wisdom. This book offers a golden future for our planet, equipping readers with Toltec self-development tools.</b><br/><br/>As prophesied by the Toltecs, the world is moving into a new age of consciousness, the Sixth Sun. This book, a collaboration between Sergio Magana, heir to ancient Mesoamerican wisdom, and Michelle Rodriguez, one of Hollywood's biggest Latin stars, urges us to reclaim our Toltec legacy and evolve to meet the opportunities of this new dawn. It includes:<br/><br/><ul><li>Mind-blowing revelations of how Toltec symbols (from the pyramids to the Tree of Life to the rising serpent) are mirrored in other traditions around the globe.</li><li>The thrilling tale of how Toltec knowledge was forced underground by Mexico's Spanish invaders and then survived as part of a vibrant oral tradition. </li><li>Practical Toltec tools such as lucid dreaming to influence conscious reality and obsidian mirror meditation to reprogram the subconscious mind</li><li>EEG-based medical research which testifies to the power of meditation, lucid dreaming and other Toltec techniques.</li></ul><br/>Michelle and Sergio offer an enlightening worldview, a set of powerful practical tools, and the motivation to live a more harmonious life at the dawn of a new age.

<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.

The Light Eaters [Bok / Häftad]

Mapmatics [Bok / Pocket]

<strong>Best Books of 2024, <em>The Economist</em></strong> <br/><br/> <strong>From the codebreakers and problem solvers, to the engineers, mathematicians and other problem-solvers - what the secret world can teach us about performance and creativity </strong> <br/><br/>How do you hire smart people who can work together to prevent terrorist attacks and decode encrypted technology? <br/><br/>How do you come up with creative, counterintuitive solutions to solve major global problems? <br/><br/>How do you provide the right environment for these people to thrive and work at their best when under immense pressure? <br/><br/>Written by <strong>Robert Hannigan</strong>, the former Director of GCHQ, this book explores the role of the counter-intelligence services in history and today's world - from the codebreakers and problem solvers, to innovation and creativity, secrecy and transparency and the global tech community. It will trace the history of counter-intelligence - from the early days of Bletchley Park, to the ongoing work of GCHQ - while reflecting on some of the unique characteristics of the engineers, mathematicians and other problem-solvers that make up the world's intelligence community. <br/><br/>An exhaustive and authoritative account of the history of counter-intelligence from Bletchley Park to modern day GCHQ, this brilliant and unique book will appeal to business readers, history readers and fans of smart thinking and big ideas around the world.