The Elements: A Visual Exploration of Every Known Atom in the Universe by Theodo

Description: The Elements: A Visual Exploration of Every Known Atom in the Universe by Theodore Gray, Nick Mann Based on five years of research and photography, the pictures in this book make up the most complete, and visually arresting, representation available to the naked eye of every atom in the universe, organized in order of appearance on the periodic table. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description to the naked eye of every atom in the universe. Notes Subtitled, A Visual Exploration Of Every Known Atom In The Universe. Many never-seen-before photographic representations of the 118 elements in the periodic table, with facts, figures and stories about each one. Author Biography Theodore Gray is the author of the bestselling "The Elements: A" "Visual Exploration of Every Known Atom in the Universe" and "Theo Grays Mad Science: Experiments You Can Do at Home, But Probably Shouldnt", and of "Popular Science" magazines "Gray Matter" column. He is the proprietor of "periodictable.com". He is also cofounder of Wolfram Research, creators of the worlds leading technical software system, Mathematica and Wolfram Alpha. With his company Touch Press, Gray is the developer of the bestselling iPad and iPhone ebook app, "The Elements: A Visual Exploration "and "Solar System", a Review Praise for The Elements "I dont know if this is the first coffee-table book paying lush photographic homage to the periodic table, but it is certainly the most gorgeous one Ive seen." --John Tierney, The New York Times "The Elements is a loving reimagination of the classic table." --Wired "Grays trademark dry wit and historical anecdotes bring even the most basic lumps to life." --Popular Science "A great mix of science and art." --Discover Long Description With more than 1 million copies sold worldwide, The Elements is the most entertaining, comprehensive, and visually arresting book on all 118 elements in the periodic table. Includes a poster of Theodore Grays iconic photographic periodic table of the elements!Based on seven years of research and photography by Theodore Gray and Nick Mann, The Elements presents the most complete and visually arresting representation available to the naked eye of every atom in the universe. Organized sequentially by atomic number, every element is represented by a big beautiful photograph that most closely represents it in its purest form. Several additional photographs show each element in slightly altered forms or as used in various practical ways. Also included are fascinating stories of the elements, as well as data on the properties of each, including atomic number, atomic symbol, atomic weight, density, atomic radius, as well as scales for electron filling order, state of matter, and an atomic emission spectrum.This of solid science and stunning artistic photographs is the perfect gift book for every sentient creature in the universe. Review Quote Praise for The Elements:"I dont know if this is the first coffee-table book paying lush photographic homage to the periodic table, but it is certainly the most gorgeous one Ive seen." John Tierney, The New York Times "The Elements is a loving reimagination of the classic table." Wired "Grays trademark dry wit and historical anecdotes bring even the most basic lumps to life." Popular Science "A great mix of science and art." Discover Promotional "Headline" With more than 1 million copies sold worldwide, The Elements is the most entertaining, comprehensive, and visually arresting book on all 118 elements in the periodic table. Details ISBN1579128149 Short Title ELEMENTS Pages 240 Publisher Black Dog & Leventhal Publishers Language English ISBN-10 1579128149 ISBN-13 9781579128142 Media Book Format Hardcover Year 2009 Publication Date 2009-10-31 Imprint Black Dog & Leventhal Publishers Inc Subtitle A Visual Exploration of Every Known Atom in the Universe Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States Illustrations 400 full colour photographs Author Nick Mann DEWEY 546.8 Photographer Theodore Gray Audience Age 0-0 Audience General/Trade Series RP Minis US Release Date 2011-01-01 UK Release Date 2011-01-01 AU Release Date 2001-11-19 NZ Release Date 2001-11-19 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:36165772;

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