What Einstein Told His Cook

What did Einstein told his cook? It is very unlikely that Einstein had a cook. But, if he had, would he illuminate the cook’s curiosity about the Science behind cooking? This is what this book is all about. A scientist called Robert L. Wolke who explains the Science related to food and cooking. His writing is [...]
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The God Delusion – Deus, um Delírio

Richard Dawkins Why read it? The God Delusion is a book that the world has been awaiting for many years now. Wonderfully written, filed with examples, speeches and letters from all around the world to support his arguments, the books creates a compelling – and often amusing – argument. Almost all human beings, regardless of their religious beliefs [...]
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Surviving the Extremes – O Corpo no Limite

Kenneth Kamler Porque nós o recomendamos? Além de dar uma boa idéia do funcionamento do corpo humano, este livro prende a nossa atenção: se você têm algum interesse pela fisiologia humana, esta leitura o fará pensar porque não esta estudando medicina e preparando-se para partir para os quarto cantos da terra. Why do we recommend it? Apart from giving [...]
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Alice

Alice in the wonderland What the hell Alice has to do with Science? Have you ever thought about it? Did you know that the author, Lewis Carroll (1832-1898), was a mathematician? When reading this book you enter into a fascinating adventure. It may seem a children tale, but it is actually an exciting story for all [...]
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O Homem que Calculava

Malba Tahan. Editora Record, 2001. The Man who Counted. Canongate, 1999. Clássico de aventura com ciência. Um viajante, com habilidade extraordinária de fazer contas, vive incríveis situações cheias de entusiasmo e desafios, com valores essenciais à vida. Para jovens de 8 a 80 anos.
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