Why Don't Things Fall Up?
Seven fundamental science questions explored and explained
$27.86
- Paperback
304 pages
- Release Date
11 February 2025
Summary
Shaha’s lucid enthusiasm makes complex ideas graspable. It’s an ideal resource for curious readers - especially those who don’t like science - and their parents. Think Richard Feynman for KS4.
- Tom Tolkien, School Reading List
‘This book is officially for adults but would also be really interesting to older teenagers. Somehow Alom has, very cleverly, extended a primary school answer to questions such as ‘why is the sky blue?’ into in depth and accurate exp…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781529348194 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 1529348196 |
| Author: | Alom Shaha |
| Publisher: | Hodder & Stoughton |
| Imprint: | Hodder & Stoughton |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 304 |
| Release Date: | 11 February 2025 |
| Weight: | 213g |
| Dimensions: | 196mm x 130mm x 24mm |
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Critics Review
A great idea, beautifully executed.
* Popular Science *A book of quiet wonder. * Ian Dunt *
I have learnt (and remembered) so much, and so easily. It’s the mango ice cream of science books. * Hilary McKay *
Everything Alom writes is a joy to ponder, his love of science is utterly contagious, the perfect guide through things that might perplex. * Robin Ince *
A joyful exploration of fundamental questions about our world; Shaha proves that science is for everyone! * Roma Agrawal *
Friendly, informative and such fun to read. * Christopher Edge *
Alom Shaha is the science teacher many people will wish they had but didn’t. * Philip Ball *
Here is the teacher you’ll wish you had at school. * Jim S. Al-Khalili CBE *
A gentle and reassuring journey through school science, perfect for polishing up both long-forgotten knowledge and confidence, and helping everyone to make science a part of their world. * Helen Czerski *
About The Author
Alom Shaha
Alom Shaha was born in Bangladesh but grew up in London. A science teacher, writer, and filmmaker, he has spent most of his professional life sharing his passion for science and education with the public. Alom has produced, directed and appeared in a number of TV programmes for broadcasters such as the BBC, and has received fellowships from the National Endowment for Science, Technology, and the Arts (NESTA) and the Nuffield Foundation. Alom has represented his community as an elected politician, and has volunteered at a range of charitable organisations. He teaches at a comprehensive school in London and writes for a number of print and online publications.
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