Автор: Анатолий Павлович Кондрашов
Название: Сборник произведений
Издательство: М. : РИПОЛ классик
Год: 2015
Жанр: Энциклопедии, Биология, Справочники
Формат: FB2
Размер: 28.5 mb


В предлагаемой вашему вниманию книге собраны уникальные факты по физике и географии, химии и биологии, истории и экономике, религии и мифологии, литературе и искусству. Главная ее задача – не столько проинформировать читателя, сколько вызвать интерес к той или иной области знания.

Название: Living in the Environment
Автор(ы): G. Tyler Miller, Scott E. Spoolman
Издательство: Frans Lanting/National Geographic
Год: 2015
Страниц: 836
Язык: English
Формат: True PDF
Размер: 156 MB

"Inspiring people to care about the planet." In the new edition of LIVING IN THE ENVIRONMENT, authors Tyler Miller and Scott Spoolman have partnered with the National Geographic Society to develop a text designed to equip students with the inspiration and knowledge they need to make a difference solving today's environmental issues. Exclusive content highlights important work of National Geographic Explorers, and features over 200 new photos, maps, and illustrations that bring course concepts to life. Using sustainability as the integrating theme, LIVING IN THE ENVIRONMENT 18e, provides clear introductions to the multiple environmental problems that we face and balanced discussions to evaluate potential solutions. In addition to the integration of new and engaging National Geographic content, every chapter has been thoroughly updated and 18 new Core Case Studies offer current examples of present environmental problems and scenarios for potential solutions. The concept-centered approach used in the text transforms complex environmental topics and issues into key concepts that students will understand and remember. Overall, by framing the concepts with goals for more sustainable lifestyles and human communities, students see how promising the future can be and their important role in shaping it. offers additional exclusive National Geographic content, including high-quality videos on important environmental problems and efforts being made to address them. Team up with Mller/Spoolman's,

Название: Art, Aesthetics, and the Brain
Автор: Joseph P. Huston and Marcos Nadal
Издательство: Oxford University Press
Год: 2015
Формат: PDF
Размер: 28 Мб
Язык: английский / English

Humans have engaged in artistic and aesthetic activities since the appearance of our species. Our ancestors have decorated their bodies, tools, and utensils for over 100,000 years. The expression of meaning using color, line, sound, rhythm, or movement, among other means, constitutes a fundamental aspect of our species' biological and cultural heritage. Art and aesthetics, therefore, contribute to our species identity and distinguish it from its living and extinct relatives.

Название: Занимательное стихосложение
Автор: Шульговский Н.Н.
Издательство: ИД Мещерякова
Год: 2009
Страниц: 206
Формат: PDF, DJVU
Размер: 11 Мб
Язык: русский

Известно, что поэтами рождаются, но знать секреты стихосложения важно не только стихотворцам, но и любителям поэзии. Как создать бесконечное стихотворение? Буриме - с чем его едят? Что скрывают стихи и каким образом? Чем отличается мадригал от эпиграммы? Можно ли нарисовать стихотворение? Обо всем этом и о многом другом подробно и интересно рассказывается в увлекательной книге русского поэта и ученого-стиховеда Николая Шульговского.

Название: DK Children's Encyclopedia: The Book that Explains Everything
Автор(ы): Collective
Издательство: DK
Год: 2017
ISBN: 1465462074
Страниц: 306
Язык: English
Формат: True PDF
Размер: 126 MB

This engaging, traditional-style general reference book for kids ages 7–9 encompasses all that DK is about: age-appropriate, jargon-free text accompanied by detailed images on a variety of topics all in one place, from science and nature to history and the arts. It is a must-have resource for every student's shelf. Packed with information, each single-page entry—organized A to Z—in DK Children's Encyclopedia features a key topic explained in a concise, age-appropriate, highly visual manner, with fun facts and extensive cross-references revealing the links between subject areas. Kids can learn about Ancient Rome, chemistry, evolution, microscopic life, robots, vikings, and so much more. Written, edited, and designed by a team of experts, vetted by educational consultants, and properly leveled to the reading age, DK Children's Encyclopedia is DK's landmark reference title and the ultimate book of knowledge for kids.

Название: Space
Автор(ы): Carole Stott
Издательство: DK
Год: 2016
ISBN: 1465418563
Страниц: 62
Язык: English
Формат: True PDF
Размер: 30 MB

Explore the solar system, study astronomy, and discover fun facts about space shuttles with Eye Wonder: Space. From the huge volcanoes of Venus to the massive storms on Jupiter, Pluto, and the comets, plus how astronauts sleep in space, the secrets of the stars, and our future in space, every page lets the reader discover new and fascinating facts about our universe. A precursor to DK's award-winning Eyewitness series,

Название: Доступная психофилософия: Сборник тем по философии, психологии, астрофизике
Автор: Михаил Немтырев
Издательство: Прометей
Год: 2019
Страниц: 80
Язык: Русский
Формат: rtf, pdf
Размер: 11,6 Mb

В этой книге приводятся всевозможные теории и взгляды на различные вопросы и предположения, а также всевозможные человеческие аспекты нашей жизни. Философия замечательна тем, что она многогранна и каждая её грань подразумевает бесчисленное количество взглядов, различных теорий, и мнений.

Название: Champions of Illusion: The Science Behind Mind-Boggling Images and Mystifying Brain Puzzles
Автор: Susana Martinez-Conde and Stephen Macknik
Издательство: Scientific American
Год: 2017
Формат: EPUB
Размер: 39 Мб
Язык: английский / English

In Champions of Illusion, Susana Martinez-Conde and Stephen Macknik present a smorgasbord of mystifying images, many selected from their Best Illusion of the Year Contest. Whether it’s false motion, tricks of perspective, or shifting colors, Champions of Illusion is packed with adventures in visual perception. If you have ever found yourself face-to-face with an utterly bewildering illusion, you know the powerful effect such images have on the mind.

Название: The Science of Why 2: Answers to Questions About the Universe, the Unknown, and Ourselves
Автор: Jay Ingram
Издательство: Simon & Schuster
Год: 2017
Формат: EPUB
Размер: 20 Мб
Язык: английский / English

An all-new volume of science questions to delight, entertain, and inform readers of all ages, from bestselling author Jay Ingram. Bestselling author and commentator Jay Ingram is back to explain the magic and mysteries of the world around us.

Название: TIME The Science of Memory: The Story of Our Lives
Автор: The Editors of TIME
Издательство: TIME
Год: 2018
Формат: PDF
Размер: 29 Мб
Язык: английский / English

A simple, clear and concise treatment of the science and psychology of memory. The articles are short and to the point. The full of color photographs making it an easy and enjoyable publication to read.