Science Of Harry Potter

Author : Mark Brake,Jon Chase
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 258 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2017-11-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781631582387

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The Science of Harry Potter by Mark Brake,Jon Chase Pdf

How does magic in J. K. Rowling’s universe work? Finally, the scientific secrets are revealed! The story of the boy who lived has brought the idea of magic and sorcery into mainstream fruition more than any other book series in history. Modern muggle scientists have uncovered explanations to the seemingly impossible, including answers to such questions as: Will we ever see an invisibility cloak? How hazardous is a flying broomstick like the Nimbus 2000? How has medicine made powerful potions from peculiar plants? (Felix Felicis, anyone?) Can scientists ever demonstrate Wingardium Leviosa, or the flying power of a Golden Snitch? Is it possible to stupefy someone? And many more! Often perceived as a supernatural force, magic captivates and delights its audience because of its seeming ability to defy physics and logic. But did you ever wonder if science has any explanation for these fantastic feats? The Science of Harry Potter examines the scientific principles—behind some of your favorite characters, spells, items, scenes, and even games like Quidditch and Wizard’s Chess—from boy wizard Harry Potter’s world, providing in-depth analysis and scientific facts to support its theories. Author Mark Brake, whose The Science of Star Wars was a knockout success, has found the answers to satisfy the curious spirits of muggles everywhere… A perfect Harry Potter gift for anyone obsessed enough to stand in line to be the first to see Harry Potter and the Cursed Child or Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, witches and wizards alike will be fascinated by the merging of this improbable realm and real science!

Author : Roger Highfield
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2003-05-27
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9781440650994

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The Science of Harry Potter by Roger Highfield Pdf

Behind the magic of Harry Potter—a witty and illuminating look at the scientific principles, theories, and assumptions of the boy wizard's world, newly come to life again in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child and the upcoming film Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald Can Fluffy the three-headed dog be explained by advances in molecular biology? Could the discovery of cosmic "gravity-shielding effects" unlock the secret to the Nimbus 2000 broomstick's ability to fly? Is the griffin really none other than the dinosaur Protoceratops? Roger Highfield, author of the critically acclaimed The Physics of Christmas, explores the fascinating links between magic and science to reveal that much of what strikes us as supremely strange in the Potter books can actually be explained by the conjurings of the scientific mind. This is the perfect guide for parents who want to teach their children science through their favorite adventures as well as for the millions of adult fans of the series intrigued by its marvels and mysteries. • An ALA Booklist Editors' Choice •

Author : Mark Brake
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 166 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2020-09-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781510753815

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The Super Cool Science of Harry Potter by Mark Brake Pdf

Discover the scientific secrets of Harry, Hermione, Ron, Dumbledore, and more in J. K. Rowling’s universe. Movie-goers and young readers the world over have been spellbound by the tales of “the boy who lived.” J. K. Rowling’s stories have conjured ideas of magic and sorcery into our minds like no other book series before. But nature is its own magic. And Muggle scientists have uncovered answers for the weird and wonderful questions from the magic world. Questions such as: Who was the real Merlin? Who really was the last great wizard? Do real-life love potions work? Platform 9¾: are there real hidden railway stations in London? And many more! The Super Cool Science of Harry Potter is for any young fan of Harry Potter. You don’t need to be a witch or wizard to weave your magical way through the facts about your favorite characters, potions, spells, and mysteries from the boy wizard’s world!

Author : Mercedes Lackey
Publisher : BenBella Books, Inc.
Page : 209 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2015-01-06
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9781941631447

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Mapping the World of the Sorcerer's Apprentice by Mercedes Lackey Pdf

From the Dursleys as social commentary to a look at Snape's role in less than child-friendly fanfiction . . . from the parallels between Azkaban and Abu Ghraib to the role of religion at Hogwarts . . . from why Dumbledore had to die to why killing Harry never should have been part of Voldemort's plan to begin with . . . Mapping the World of the Sorcerer's Apprentice offers a comprehensive look at the Harry Potter series through the eyes of leading science fiction and fantasy writers and religion, psychology, and science experts. This book has not been authorized by J. K. Rowling, Warner Bros. or anyone associated with the Harry Potter books or films.

Author : Roger Highfield
Publisher : Turtleback Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0613663756

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Science of Harry Potter by Roger Highfield Pdf

Author : National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine,Division of Behavioral and Social Sciences and Education,Board on Science Education,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Board on Chemical Sciences and Technology,Committee on Communicating Chemistry in Informal Settings
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 169 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2016-09-19
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780309377522

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Effective Chemistry Communication in Informal Environments by National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine,Division of Behavioral and Social Sciences and Education,Board on Science Education,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Board on Chemical Sciences and Technology,Committee on Communicating Chemistry in Informal Settings Pdf

Chemistry plays a critical role in daily life, impacting areas such as medicine and health, consumer products, energy production, the ecosystem, and many other areas. Communicating about chemistry in informal environments has the potential to raise public interest and understanding of chemistry around the world. However, the chemistry community lacks a cohesive, evidence-based guide for designing effective communication activities. This report is organized into two sections. Part A: The Evidence Base for Enhanced Communication summarizes evidence from communications, informal learning, and chemistry education on effective practices to communicate with and engage publics outside of the classroom; presents a framework for the design of chemistry communication activities; and identifies key areas for future research. Part B: Communicating Chemistry: A Framework for Sharing Science is a practical guide intended for any chemists to use in the design, implementation, and evaluation of their public communication efforts.

Author : Roger Highfield
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2024-07-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0738337412

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The Science of Harry Potter by Roger Highfield Pdf

Author : Tere Stouffer
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2007-10-02
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9781440636615

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The Complete Idiot's Guide to the World of Harry Potter by Tere Stouffer Pdf

For fans of all ages. Here is an entertaining and easily referenced presentation of insider information to the world that J. K. Rowling has created in her spellbinding series of novels. The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to the World of Harry Potter explores all aspects of the wizarding world and explains them in terms of their relationship to historical, literary, religious, scientific, or mythological roots. —In-depth information on the facts behind all seven books in the Harry Potter series. —Covers all the relevant influences for the Harry Potter series, from religion and mythology to science and literature. —Can be read from cover to cover or used as a quick-reference guide.

Author : John Granger
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 337 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2009-07-07
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781101133132

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Harry Potter's Bookshelf by John Granger Pdf

Harry Potter. The name conjures up J.K. Rowling's wondrous world of magic that has captured the imaginations of millions on both the printed page and the silver screen with bestselling novels and blockbuster films. The true magic found in this children's fantasy series lies not only in its appeal to people of all ages but in its connection to the greater world of classic literature. Harry Potter's Bookshelf: The Great Books Behind the Hogwarts Adventures explores the literary landscape of themes and genres J.K. Rowling artfully wove throughout her novels-and the influential authors and stories that inspired her. From Jane Austen's Emma and Charles Dickens's class struggles, through the gothic romances of Dracula and Frankenstein and the detective mysteries of Dorothy L. Sayers, to the dramatic alchemy of C.S. Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkien, and William Shakespeare, Rowling cast a powerful spell with the great books of English literature that transformed the story of a young wizard into a worldwide pop culture phenomenon.

Author : Michio Kaku
Publisher : Anchor
Page : 354 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2008-03-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780385525442

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Physics of the Impossible by Michio Kaku Pdf

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • Inspired by the fantastic worlds of Star Trek, Star Wars, and Back to the Future, the renowned theoretical physicist and national bestselling author of The God Equation takes an informed, serious, and often surprising look at what our current understanding of the universe's physical laws may permit in the near and distant future. Teleportation, time machines, force fields, and interstellar space ships—the stuff of science fiction or potentially attainable future technologies? Entertaining, informative, and imaginative, Physics of the Impossible probes the very limits of human ingenuity and scientific possibility.

Author : Mark Brake,Jon Chase
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2016-11-15
Category : Young Adult Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781944686291

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The Science of Star Wars by Mark Brake,Jon Chase Pdf

Discover the science behind the most popular sci-fi franchise of all time! Capturing the imagination and hearts of crowds worldwide, Star Wars is a fantastic feat of science fiction and fantasy. The Science of Star Wars addresses 50 topics that span the movies’ universe such as battle technology, alien life, space travel, etc. You’ll find fascinating explorations of the physics of Star Wars, its plausibility, and more. The perfect Star Wars gift for fans of the saga, this book addresses many unanswered, burning questions, including: How long before we get a Star Wars speeder off the ground? What exactly is the Force? How could Kylo Ren stop a blaster shot in mid-air? How could we live on a gas giant like Bespin, or a desert planet like Tatooine? Nature versus nurture: How does it play out in the making of Jedi? How much would it cost to build the Death Star? And much more! We marvel at the variety of creatures and technology and the mystery behind the force. But how much of the Star Wars world is rooted in reality? Could we see some of the extraordinary inventions materialize in our world? This uncomplicated, entertaining read makes it easy to understand how advanced physics concepts, such as wormholes and Einstein’s theory of relativity, apply to the Star Wars universe. The Science of Star Wars explains to non-technical readers how physics and fantasy might merge to allow for the possibility of interstellar travel; communication with foreign but intelligent lifeforms; human-like robots; alien planets fit for human life; weapons and spacecraft such as laser guns, light sabers, and the Millennium Falcon; and Force-like psychokinetic powers. In the 21st Century, we’re on the edge of developing much of the technology from “a long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away”… These fantasies aren’t as impossible as you might think! Written for every fan of George Lucas’s films, you don’t need to be a Jedi or an astrophysicist at NASA to appreciate all of Mark Brake and Jon Chase’s fun and informative analysis of this classic series in The Science of Star Wars. Prepare your mind to make the jump to light speed and find out about the facts behind one of our favorite modern epics!

Author : Ambroise Paré
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 900 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 1649
Category : Anatomy
ISBN : UCM:532510911X

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The Workes of that Famous Chirurgion Ambrose Parey by Ambroise Paré Pdf

Author : British Library
Publisher : Bloomsbury Children's Books
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2018-10-18
Category : Fantasy fiction, English
ISBN : 9781526607072

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Harry Potter - a History of Magic by British Library Pdf

Harry Potter: A History of Magic is the official book of the exhibition, a once-in-a-lifetime collaboration between Bloomsbury, J.K. Rowling and the brilliant curators of the British Library. It promises to take readers on a fascinating journey through the subjects studied at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry -- from Alchemy and Potions classes through to Herbology and Care of Magical Creatures. Each chapter showcases a treasure trove of artefacts from the British Library and other collections around the world, beside exclusive manuscripts, sketches and illustrations from the Harry Potter archive. There's also a specially commissioned essay for each subject area by an expert, writer or cultural commentator, inspired by the contents of the exhibition -- absorbing, insightful and unexpected contributions from Steve Backshall, the Reverend Richard Coles, Owen Davies, Julia Eccleshare, Roger Highfield, Steve Kloves, Lucy Mangan, Anna Pavord and Tim Peake, who offer a personal perspective on their magical theme.

Author : SCHOLASTIC.
Publisher : Scholastic Incorporated
Page : 64 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2018-01-10
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1338246100

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Hidden Hogwarts by SCHOLASTIC. Pdf

Unleash your creativity with this Harry Potter scratch art book! Follow prompts to scratch the pages inside and reveal film-inspired Harry Potter art and shiny patterns underneath.

Author : SCHOLASTIC.,Terrance Crawford
Publisher : Scholastic Incorporated
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2021-03-02
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1338717510

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Harry Potter: Hogwarts Magic! Book with Pencil Topper by SCHOLASTIC.,Terrance Crawford Pdf

Complete tons of fun activity prompts and draw pictures of your favorite characters in this Harry Potter activity book with a collectible Harry pen/pencil topper! Explore Hogwarts like a student in this enchanting Harry Potter activity book! Imagine you're taking a Potions classes, record what your Amortentia smells like, draw what kind of day you'd have after guzzling down Felix Felicis, and even transform different characters by drawing different spells! Inspired by the Harry Potter films, this incredible activity book comes with tons of stickers, stencils, and hours of fun. Plus, it includes an exclusive Harry pen/pencil topper!