Have you ever lain awake at night fretting over how we can be sure of the reality of the external world? Perhaps we are in fact disembodied brains, floating in vats at the whim of some deranged puppet-master? If so, you are not alone
- & what`s more, you are in exalted company. For this question & others like it have been the stuff of philosophical rumination for centuries, from Plato to Popper. In a series of accessible & engaging essays, 50 Philosophy Ideas You Really Need to Know introduces & explains the problems of knowledge, consciousness, identity, ethics, belief, justice & aesthetics that have troubled the minds of great thinkers for centuries, from the ancient Greeks to the present day. Contents include: The brain in a vat, Plato`s cave, Cogito ergo sum, The mind-body problem, The boo/hurrah theory, Ends & means, The categorical imperative, Acts & omissions, The rights of animals, The gambler`s fallacy, Paradigm shifts, Occam`s razor, Positive & negative freedom, Theories of punishment & Just war.
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We encounter physics before we`ve even left the house in the morning; an alarm clock tracks time, a mirror reflects light waves & our mobile phones rely on satellites held in their orbit by gravity. Where would we be without the Bernoulli equation to explain how planes fly, electromagnetic waves enabling us to communicate around the world or the discovery of X-rays? In 50 Physics Ideas You Really Need to Know Joanne Baker will uncover the physics all around us, from basic concepts like gravity, light & energy through to the complexities of quantum theory, chaos & dark energy. Featuring short biographies of iconic physicists, explanatory diagrams & timelines showing discoveries within their historical context, this book is the perfect guide to the fundamental concepts of physics, making even the most challenging theories easy to underst&. Contents include: Newton`s law of gravitation, Brownian motion, Chaos theory, Fleming`s right hand rule, Planck`s law, Heisenberg`s uncertainty principle, Schrodinger`s cat, Superconductivity, Rutherford`s atom, Nuclear fission & fusion, The God particle, String theory, Special & general relativity, The big bang & the Anthropic principle. ...

Following the critically acclaimed 100 Places in Italy Every Woman Should Go, Susan Van Allen adds new gems to her selection of the best spots for female travelers in Italy`s most popular cities, (Rome, Florence, & Venice), along with enticing Golden Day itineraries to make vacation dreams come true. Like a savvy traveler girlfriend whispering in your ear, she guides readers to masterpieces where women are glorified
- from Rome`s Pieta to Florence`s Birth of Venus, best spots for wine tasting, chocolate, & gelato, artisan shopping experiences to meet leather craftsmen or glass blowers, & places for adventures
- from rolling pasta to rowing like a gondolier. Plus, there are fresh, practical tips, giving readers insider`s secrets for what to pack, the best places to get their hair styled, & how to bargain for souvenirs. Whatever your mood or budget, whether it`s your first or 21st visit to Italy, 50 Places in Rome, Florence, & Venice Every Woman Should Go opens the door to extraordinary experiences that fully immerse travelers in the beautiful, fascinating, & delicious pleasures of the Bel Paese.

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How different are men & women`s brains? Does altruism really exist? Are our minds blank slates at birth? & do dreams reveal our unconscious desires? Psychology is everywhere in today`s society. No crime fiction, documentary, chat show or medical consultation is complete without the introduction of a psychological angle. Psychology seeks to understand & explain thoughts, feelings & behaviour through a dizzying array of ideas & theories, shedding light on everything from memory, social mobility & attitude formation to delusions of grandeur, alcoholism & computer phobia, to name a few. In 50 Psychology Ideas You Really Need to Know, Professor Adrian Furnham explains the central ideas of psychology in 50 concise & accessible essays. Packed with the latest research, most important case studies & arguments of key thinkers, this book is the perfect introduction to psychological theory. Contents include: Placebo effect; Kicking the habit; Hallucinations; Positive psychology; Emotional intelligence; IQ & you; Multiple intelligences; The Rorschach inkblot test; Detecting lies; Obedience to authority; Self-sacrifice or selfishness; Gambler`s fallacy; Remembrance of things past; Artificial intelligence; Tip-of-the-tongue phenomenon; Psychosexual stages; Tabula rasa; Phrenology; Dyslexia. ...

50 Races to Run Before You Die is the essential guide to 50 of the best foot races across the globe. From iconic half marathons & obstacle races, to prestigious marathons & brutal mountain contests, 50 Races to Run Before You Die presents these epic challenges in all of their mud, sweat & glory. Including a range of events, from easy to expert, & travelling from Britain`s highest peaks to the unforgiving Moroccan desert, this stunningly illustrated book is the essential guide for anyone who wants to test themselves by taking on some of the world`s most celebrated & rewarding physical challenges. ...

A wonderful set of 50 wipe-clean activity cards for aspiring code-breakers!

Includes:: Semaphore & Morse code,

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50 Shades Of Grey Pencils by U Studio Design from their Sharp & Blunt range. Beautifully boxed, funny & well-designed with storytelling sentence starts for all budding writers! This pack of pencils contains 6 HP Pencils. Each pencil has its own story to tell with the following messages: Grey Greyer Bit More Grey Slightly Grey Very Grey Extremely Grey ...

This is a terrifyingly entertaining addition to the ever-popular ” Activity Cards” series. It

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This collection of 50 flashcards comes in a sturdy storage box, & are printed on heavy laminated card-stock for display & play. Cards are 7” x 9”. Each card features the outline of a state & its state flag on one side, & a list of facts, questions & answers on the other. The 50 States
- Flashcards is a fun & interactive way for children to learn about each of the nation`s 50 states. Special attention is paid to the inventiveness, beauty, & diversity of the United States.
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Learn about the fun & fascinating 50 American states with this 7” x 9” memory game. Printed on heavy laminated card-stock for display & play, these cards feature the state & flag of a state on one side & a list of factoids & trivia questions on the other. This fun an interactive way of teaching children about the 50 United States will inspire & entertain with its beautifully-designed presentation of the many different faces of the American states. Play, learn, & enjoy! ...