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  1. Charming Liquid (Color Illustrated Version) Mark Miodonic127k Wordscompleted This is a popular materials science book that introduces liquids and their properties. The author Mark Miodonic uses his professional knowledge of materials science to explain various liquids in our daily life. On a plane trip, he saw the collision of everything from water and glue to coffee, wine, LCD screens and hand sanitizer. From revolutionary pens and aviation kerosene to cutting-edge research in self-healing roads and computers, Miodonic uses his humorous science narrative to reveal why f 8.2kReads8.4Score423Shelves
  2. Learn About the Human Body by Touching Yourself [Japan] Written by Kento Yamamoto; Translated by Chai Jingmeicompleted Where does the saliva come from? Why do people fart? Why does a knock on the elbow feel so sore? Is seeing really believing? The human body is beautiful and mysterious. When the author was studying medicine, he was shocked by the fact that the human body is very heavy! One leg weighs 10 kilograms, which is quite difficult to lift. The arm, which seems very light, also weighs 4 to 5 kilograms, which is beyond imagination. The strange thing is that we have no idea of ​​the weight of these "compone 4.7kReads9.1Score—Shelves
  3. Elements of Geometry (Ancient Greece) Euclid; Translated by Zhang Dongyicompleted "Elements" was written around 300 BC and has 13 volumes. It is an immortal work by the ancient Greek mathematician Euclid. It is both a mathematical work and a philosophical masterpiece, marking the first time that humans have completed their understanding of space. Since the publication of "Elements of Geometry", it has been translated and revised many times for more than 2,000 years. Since the first printed version was published in 1482, there have been more than 1,000 different versions. Eucl 2.4kReads9.4Score—Shelves
  4. A Complete Collection of China's Unsolved Mysteries Wan Yongyong539k Wordscompleted There are no unknowable things in the world, only things that have not yet been known. The whole meaning of life lies in exploring those unrecognized things. This book takes knowledge and interest as the starting point, comprehensively and multi-anglely displays more than 360 unsolved mysteries of China that have the most research value, the most exploratory significance and the most attention in various fields. It is divided into 10 parts: historical mysteries, emperor mysteries, harem secrets, 2.3kReads9.2Score218Shelves
  5. A Brief History of Time (25Th Anniversary Edition) Englishwritten by Stephen Hawking; Translated by Xu Mingxian; Wu Zhongchao109k Wordscompleted Does time have a beginning? Where will it end? Is the universe infinite or finite? Steve Hawking gave us great reading pleasure with his simple and concise language. It conducts in-depth discussions on distant galaxies, black holes, quarks, grand unified theory, antimatter, "arrow of time", etc. The book covers classical mechanics, electromagnetic mechanics, relativity, quantum mechanics, string theory and other aspects. It talks about the origin of the universe, the nature of space and time, th 1.2kReads9.4Score591Shelves
  6. Exploring the Mysteries of the Universe Li Shiji193k Wordscompleted This book includes various speculations about the universe. This book will use careful analysis and detailed information to tell readers the beginning and end of each event. 572Reads9.3Score—Shelves
  7. The Strange Ocean World: Miracles Tu Qiang89k Wordscompleted There are countless wonderful members living in the ocean world. During their long-term adaptation and evolution process, they have woven a huge ecological network with intricate relationships. Starting from the eye-catching and interesting biological characteristics of marine animals, this book reveals the laws of their survival and reproduction, shows us the significance of biological diversity, and also demonstrates the infinite magic and unique charm of the ocean world. This volume focuses o 319Reads8.7Score104Shelves
  8. The Pulse of the Earth: the Unprecedented Beauty of Nature (Revised Edition) Alastair Fothergill151k Wordscompleted This planet we live on has never been truly appreciated by us, and it is rare for people to appreciate its beauty. The BBC's 4-year masterpiece, the documentary "Planet Earth", uses groundbreaking aerial monitoring technology and ultra-high-definition shooting technology to record the most beautiful and amazing magical scenes on the earth. This book is the eponymous book of the documentary "Pulse of the Earth" and is also a timeless record of the most epoch-making and ambitious natural history t 297Reads9.1Score110Shelves
  9. Toxic: from Deadly Weapons to Life-Saving Antidotes, See How Earth's Deadliest Toxins Became Biochemistry Masters [US] Kristi Wilcoxcompleted For thousands of years, humans have been fascinated by venom, both for its ability to act quickly and for its power to cause casualties in very small amounts. Half a century ago, researchers discovered that the way the venom is delivered affects its effect: it may not be poisonous when eaten, but it can be fatal when exposed through the skin or other ways! Biologist Kristi Wilcox explores the world's diverse venomous animals, taking readers through the evolution of venoms, their detailed working 281Reads9.1Score—Shelves
  10. Everything Is Numbered Michael Lonay134k Wordscompleted Have you ever looked at the shell of a nautilus? Ever notice the threads on the surface of a pine cone? What is the principle of triangulation to determine the location of suspects in detective dramas? What is the connection between AlphaGo's algorithm and mathematics? In prehistoric times, mathematics emerged for practical applications. Numbers were used to count sheep, and geometry was used to measure fields and map roads. Since then, many artists, creators, craftsmen, or simply dreamers and c 247Reads9.3Score143Shelves
  11. The Beauty of Physics (Illustrated Collector's Edition) Yang Jianye168k Wordscompleted The book selects 9 special topics: Kepler's harmonious universe, Newton's theory of gravity, two laws of thermodynamics, Maxwell's equations, Einstein's "chain inversion method", Heisenberg's matrix mechanics, Dirac's equation, parity conservation, and the story of gauge fields. These nine topics may seem like leaps and bounds, but in fact they have a continuous relationship. Through these important nodes in the history of physics thought, the larger framework of the discipline is built. "The B 238Reads9.3Score—Shelves
  12. The Full Secret of Aliens and Ufos A Vanadium225k Wordscompleted Is there other life in the vast universe? This is a question that has troubled mankind for a long time. If not, what about the ghostly UFOs that frequently appear in people's vision and the alien incidents that are repeatedly exposed in the news media? Are the pyramids a base left by aliens on Earth? Who built Stonehenge in England? What's the use? Why are there so many "Triangles of Death" in the world? Is it a special geomagnetic effect, or is there another mystery? Are Easter Island's giant s 232Reads9.3Score—Shelves
  13. Introduction to Quantum - a Journey into the Magical World of Quantum Wu Jinpei65k Wordscompleted This book presents a wonderful quantum world to readers, covering fascinating contents in quantum theory such as the birth of quantum, wave-particle duality, Bohr's atomic model, matter waves, matrix mechanics, wave mechanics, uncertainty principle, quantum superposition, quantum entanglement, etc. It also introduces the most exciting new applications of quantum such as quantum information, quantum computing, and quantum communication. This book is different from monographs on quantum theory in 221Reads9.3Score—Shelves
  14. Shocking News of Horrific Phenomena Yang Chengqing120k Wordscompleted "Shocking Stories of Horrible Phenomenons" collects unsolved mysteries that occur around the world, examines strange things from a scientific perspective, and strives to explore the truth behind mysterious events. This book takes the mysterious events that cannot be explained by current science as its core, uses scientific explanations to break down superstitions, popularizes relevant scientific knowledge, and unveils the mysteries of those shocking horrific events and shocking anecdotes. 187Reads9.0Score—Shelves
  15. Physics Is the Best Guide to Life (US) Written by Christine Mckinley; Translated by Cui Hongli97k Wordscompleted This is both a light-hearted physics book and a life guide with a unique perspective. With a unique perspective and humorous tone, this book reveals to us the philosophy of life hidden behind the cold laws of physics, and understands from another perspective how the laws of physics show the rules that should be followed to make life better. For example, the law of conservation of energy makes life worthwhile, the attraction and bonding of atoms allows people to know which type they are, buoyancy 180Reads9.2Score—Shelves
  16. Weather Secrets (Skyline Books) Tristan Gurley212k Wordscompleted Why do falling snowflakes come in different shapes, some big and some small? Why do the two sides of a tree have different temperatures? Why do birds standing in a row tend to face the same direction? Weather phenomena are everywhere, creating many wonderful scenes, hiding the logical laws behind the operation of nature. In "Secrets of the Weather", veteran explorer Tristan Gully combines rich natural observation experience with vivid scientific illustrations to explain in detail the causes of v 152Reads9.3Score—Shelves
  17. Neural Logic: Mysterious Human Behavior and the Brain Mechanisms That Solve Mysteries (US) Eliezer Sternberg186k Wordscompleted From the weirdest dreams and hallucinations to schizophrenia and multiple personalities, the brain is responsible for all kinds of weird thoughts and behaviors. From the outside, these phenomena often appear "crazy", but in fact they have a logic to follow, and this logic allows us to create experiences and preserve ourselves. Whether it is common behaviors, psychological conditions and emotions such as contagious yawning, false memories, eating when you are not hungry, the prevalence of porn, e 120Reads9.3Score—Shelves
  18. Pocket Detective Science Comic Codes and Puzzles Uncle Kai9k Wordscompleted The "Pocket Detective" series tells the story of Ai Xiaopo, a 9-year-old boy who likes to solve crimes in Wutong Town on the Yangtze River. He forms a detective alliance with Ji Feifei, an alien who accidentally enters the earth. Through thinking, investigation, research and reasoning, he solves a series of mysterious cases around him. The story unfolds in the form of comics and contains many knowledge points that closely follow the primary school science syllabus, involving different scientific 109Reads8.8Score—Shelves
  19. Stargazing at Night Terrence Dickinson132k Wordscompleted "Stargazing at Night: A Practical Guide to Astronomical Observation" breaks the rules and improves readers' success rate in observing stars through a formula-free and calculation-free method. Star charts designed for beginners often add grids in the sky, celestial bodies visible through telescopes, and names of constellations and stars, but their authenticity and clarity are not enough. Using a unique all-sky dual chart, a full-color star chart that truly shows the stars of each season, and an i 107Reads9.2Score—Shelves
  20. Earth Quest Substitute Troops55k Wordscompleted In order to encourage readers to understand and explore the unsolved mysteries of the world and popularize scientific knowledge, we have compiled the "Youth Science Museum Series", including "Underwater World", "Ocean Mysteries", "Planet Tracking", "Sea Adventure", "Space Wonders", "Earth Exploration", "Natural Code", "Biological World", "Heterogeneous Communities" and "Astronomical Window". This set of books comprehensively and systematically introduces various mysteries and science and technol 104Reads9.2Score—Shelves
  21. Unsolved Mysteries of the World Wen Ruoyu478k Wordscompleted With knowledge and interest as the starting point, this book comprehensively and multi-angle displays the most research-worthy, exploratory and most concerning unsolved mysteries from the mysterious universe to the exploration of life, from ancient civilizations to scientific mysteries, from emperors' harems to military and political circles. The content covers astronomy, geography, politics, economy, history, culture, military, science and technology, animals, plants and many other fields. It c 95Reads9.2Score—Shelves
  22. Place of Strange Things Director of Weird Things72k Wordscompleted Each piece of trivia is paired with an emoticon-style comic that is humorous, quirky, and magical, which will completely open up your imagination and make you a "joke maker in the circle of friends," "the topic king at parties," and a "social master." The director's occasional healing words can comfort you who always feel out of tune with the crowd in your daily life. Different, so what? The world is so interesting because of your differences. Did you know? Your cat has no idea what you look lik 87Reads9.4Score—Shelves
  23. Greedy Brain Daniel199k Wordscompleted We can appreciate the breathtaking beauty of snow-capped mountains, appreciate the elegance and vigor of a cheetah chasing its prey, listen to the sweet chirping of birds in the garden, and chat and laugh with family and friends. It is all an act of consciousness, because with consciousness, our lives have meaning. This book explores how the science of consciousness impacts our lives today. 84Reads8.7Score—Shelves
  24. Black Holes, Wormholes, the Ultimate Challenge in Cosmic Travel Lu Jizong113k Wordscompleted The contents of this book include: starting from cosmic travel, first understanding of black holes, the gravity that dominates the universe, the cosmic messenger - electromagnetic waves, the universal thermodynamic system, quantum phantoms, Einstein's miracle year, etc. 71Reads9.3Score—Shelves
  25. Explore the Unknown World Li Hongzhe452k Wordscompleted When we turn "why" into an exclamation point, and when we fearlessly break into the embrace of nature, the trajectory of growth will stretch into a powerful shape toward the future. Do UFOs and aliens who frequently visit the earth like ghosts fall in love with this beautiful planet, or are they pursuing their lost memories? The terrifying death highway, the mysterious elephant cemetery, how many mysteries are hidden in nature? This book presents the most classic unsolved mysteries in alien civi 55Reads9.0Score—Shelves
  26. Oxford General Reader: Astrophysics (Chinese Edition) [UK] Written by James Binney; Translated by Yang Chen164k Wordscompleted Here on Earth, how do we know what is happening in distant galaxies? Do the laws of physics we know on earth apply to celestial bodies in the universe? The answer is yes. Astrophysics is a discipline that studies extraterrestrial objects based on the eternal laws of physics. Through it, we can understand how stars form, age and die, how planetary systems form, and how galaxies are related to each other. In this book, James Binney demonstrates the rapid development of the field of astrophysics ov 51Reads8.2Score—Shelves
  27. A Brief History of Time Illustrated Stephen Hawking207k Wordscompleted Among Hawking's works, the first thing to mention is his masterpiece "A Brief History of Time" published in 1988. This is an undisputed authoritative work on cosmology. In this book, Hawking explains many profound cosmic issues in simple language, such as the nature of space and time. What exactly is time? Can time be reversed? Is it possible to travel through a time tunnel? Is there an edge to the universe? Where did the universe originate and what will the future hold? … These questions have t 47Reads7.9Score—Shelves
  28. Know All the World's Unsolved Mysteries Fish in Water297k Wordscompleted "Knowing All About the World's Unsolved Mysteries" is compiled by Fish in the Water. In the endless history of the world, human beings have created a splendid world civilization, and left many confusing and unsolved mysteries to future generations - Did the Trojan War really break out? What secrets are hidden in Newton's black box? Where was the Tower of Babel in ancient Babylon built? Why did Germany fail to build an atomic bomb during World War II? How many ancient mysteries are hidden in the 31Reads9.3Score—Shelves
  29. Earth: Inside the Earth's Secrets Fang Shijuan25k Wordscompleted The universe is infinite, and so is scientific exploration. Only by continuously expanding our living space and deciphering more mysterious phenomena can we benefit mankind, and can human society continue to develop. In order to popularize scientific knowledge and encourage young people to understand and explore the infinite mysteries of the universe, this set of "Exploration of the Charm of Learning Science" has been specially edited based on the latest research results. It mainly includes trut 31Reads8.7Score—Shelves
  30. What Does Statistics Have to Do with Me: Minimalist Statistics in Life Hiroyuki Kojima97k Wordscompleted "What Does Statistics Have to Do With Me: Minimalist Statistics in Life" puts aside the incomprehensible "Bayesian formula" and uses "area charts" for intuitive interpretation. As long as you can do the four arithmetic operations, you can get started quickly and understand the essence of Bayesian statistics in every life scenario. The advantage of Bayesian statistics is that "it can make inferences even when there is little data." The statistical process of Bayesian statistics is very similar to 29Reads8.7Score—Shelves
  31. My First Interesting Physics Book Han Lei80k Wordscompleted Why can echo be used for oil exploration? Why can a microwave oven cook food without fire? Why are traffic lights in three colors: red, yellow, and green? ... You can find the answer by opening this book. "My First Interesting Physics Book" discusses various physical phenomena that may seem simple but contain rich and colorful knowledge, fascinating stories, interesting problems, various strange theories, and various unexpected knowledge from various daily life phenomena or that can only be foun 27Reads8.4Score—Shelves
  32. Exploring the Starry Sky Li Xin184k Wordscompleted This book is divided into nine chapters, including the birth and destiny of the universe, the bustling solar system family, common knowledge of astronomical observations, and the incredible mysteries of the universe. It shows readers a vast, colorful, beautiful and harmonious universe scene. This book also carefully selects hundreds of pictures to enable readers to easily master knowledge and gain pleasant visual enjoyment at the same time. 24Reads8.8Score—Shelves
  33. Ancient Astronomical Calendar (Part 1) Xing Chunru85k Wordscompleted The Chinese nation is the oldest nation in the world, and the Chinese civilization is one of the oldest civilizations in the world. China's written history is nearly 5,000 years old. Starting from 841 BC, there has been no interruption in documented chronicles for nearly 3,000 years. This is rare in the long history of mankind. Among the four major ancient civilizations in the world, only China's history has always been passed down in an orderly manner and has never been interrupted. 16Reads8.6Score—Shelves
  34. Introduction to Electromagnetic Fields and Electromagnetic Waves Compiled by Wang Yueqing Et Al.159k Wordscompleted This book is the "Eleventh Five-Year Plan" national planning textbook for general higher education. It mainly introduces the development history, basic theories, basic concepts, basic methods and applications of electromagnetic fields and electromagnetic waves in real life. The content includes the historical significance of the establishment of electromagnetic fields and electromagnetic wave theories, electrostatic fields and constant current electric fields, boundary value problems of electrom 14Reads8.1Score—Shelves
  35. Ancient Astronomical Calendar (Part 2) Xing Chunru25k Wordscompleted The Chinese nation is the oldest nation in the world, and the Chinese civilization is one of the oldest civilizations in the world. China has a written history of nearly 5,000 years, starting from 841 BC. It is rare in the long history that there are documented documents. Among the four major ancient civilizations in the world, only China's history has always been passed down in an orderly manner and has never been interrupted. 12Reads8.4Score—Shelves
  36. Physics History Zeng Xun74k Wordscompleted Acoustics is the science that studies all sound phenomena, utilizes sound, or eliminates sound. Various sounds occur all the time in nature, which can be said to be all-encompassing and diverse. 6Reads8.3Score—Shelves
  37. Ancient Mathematics and Physics (Part 1) Xing Chunru53k Wordscompleted The Chinese nation is the oldest nation in the world, and the Chinese civilization is one of the oldest civilizations in the world. China has a written history of nearly 5,000 years, starting from 841 BC. It is rare in the long history that there are documented documents. Among the four major ancient civilizations in the world, only China's history has always been passed down in an orderly manner and has never been interrupted. 6Reads8.3Score—Shelves
  38. Ancient Mathematics and Physics (Part 2) Xing Chunru50k Wordscompleted The Chinese nation is the oldest nation in the world, and the Chinese civilization is one of the oldest civilizations in the world. China has a written history of nearly 5,000 years. Starting from 841 BC, there has been no interruption in documented chronicles for nearly 3,000 years. This is unique in the long history of mankind. Among the four major ancient civilizations in the world, only China's history has always been passed down in an orderly manner and has never been interrupted. 6Reads8.2Score—Shelves
  39. Technology Through the Ages (Part 1) Xing Chunru74k Wordscompleted The Chinese nation is the oldest nation in the world, and the Chinese civilization is one of the oldest civilizations in the world. China has a written history of nearly 5,000 years, starting from 841 BC. It is rare in the long history that there are documented documents. Among the four major ancient civilizations in the world, only China's history has always been passed down in an orderly manner and has never been interrupted. 3Reads8.2Score—Shelves
  40. Industrial Empowerment: an In-Depth Analysis of the Opportunities and Challenges in the Industrial Internet Era Wang Jianwei Chief Editor164k Wordscompleted As the product of the deep integration of the new generation of information technology and manufacturing, the Industrial Internet is increasingly becoming the key support of the new industrial revolution and the super engine of new industrialization. It is an important cornerstone of deepening "Internet + advanced manufacturing". It is an effective path for the manufacturing industry to achieve digital, networked, intelligent upgrading, transformation and high-quality development. It is a weldin 2Reads8.1Score—Shelves
  41. Earth Quest Gao Yan105k Wordscompleted People who care about our earth and love it will inevitably ask questions such as: How was the earth we live in formed? Contemporary people with certain scientific knowledge will certainly not be satisfied with the answer of God's "creation theory". In fact, as early as 1 In the 8th century, French biologist Buffon broke the shackles of theology with his comet collision theory. 1Reads7.8Score—Shelves
  42. Digital China: Big Data and Government Management Decision-Making Jiang Qingcompleted The first practical case book on the application of big data in my country's government management scenarios, comprehensively demonstrates the achievements of my country's e-government and digital construction, and provides a deep understanding of the significance of implementing the national big data strategy. As one of the earliest practitioners engaged in big data application research in China, the author of this book has personally experienced the development process, main events, applicatio —Reads7.4Score—Shelves
  43. Insect Diary (Classic Translation) [France] Jean-Henri Fabrecompleted "Insect Diary" combines science and literature, which also means that it has both scientific rationality and literary sensibility. The book is full of witty words from time to time, puts forward in-depth thinking on the value of life, and attempts to incorporate deeper meanings into science. The rational component in the work is reflected in the author's research and thinking. In his observation and research on insects, Fabre conducted repeated experiments and verified various materials. He dare —Reads8.7Score—Shelves
  44. Math Girl 6: Poincare Conjecture [Japan] Yuki Hiroshicompleted The "Math Girls" series unfolds in the form of a novel, focusing on describing the process of a group of young people exploring the beauty of mathematics. The content is from the shallower to the deeper, and the mathematical explanation part is very exquisite. It is called "an excellent popular science book on mathematics". "Mathematical Girl 6: Poincaré's Conjecture" takes the century-old mathematical problem "Poincaré's Conjecture" as its theme. Starting from the Cosburg Seven Bridges problem, —Reads9.2Score—Shelves
  45. A Brief History of the Universe Constcompleted When night falls and you look up at the stars, are you full of questions about the universe? Where did the universe come from? Did it really originate from the Big Bang hundreds of millions of years ago? How big is the universe and where are its boundaries? In addition to the earth, are there other planets with life in the universe? Will the universe be destroyed? Will humans disappear from this? The author of this book wrote this book based on his own unique insights after reading and sorting o —Reads9.3Score—Shelves
  46. Cosmic View: a Journey of Exploring the Universe Across Time and Space [English] Written by Nicholas Mee; Translated by Qu Yan Zuo Wenwencompleted For thousands of years since ancient times, human beings have never stopped exploring and exploring the universe. The magical mysteries in the universe are as deep and mysterious as the vast night sky, and the unsolved mysteries are like the bright stars in the night sky, too numerous to count. This book "Cosmology: A Journey of Exploring the Universe Across Time and Space" will take you on a journey to understand the universe and astronomy. From as small as quarks and atoms to as large as galax —Reads9.4Score—Shelves
  47. Statistics Illustrated Book [Japan] Kurihara Shinichi [Japan] Written by Atsushi Maruyamacompleted Through a large number of statistical charts and hand-drawn illustrations, this book systematically introduces the basic knowledge of statistics and corresponding formulas, explains various statistical methods and their application scenarios, and uses R language for simple implementation. The content involves probability distribution, hypothesis testing, confidence interval estimation, non-parametric methods and regression analysis. The text and pictures in the book are clear and intuitive, and —Reads8.7Score—Shelves
  48. Technology Through the Ages (Part 2) Xing Chunru55k Wordscompleted The Chinese nation is the oldest nation in the world, and the Chinese civilization is one of the oldest civilizations in the world. China has a written history of nearly 5,000 years, starting from 841 BC. It is rare in the long history that there are documented documents. Among the four major ancient civilizations in the world, only China's history has always been passed down in an orderly manner and has never been interrupted. —Reads8.2Score—Shelves
  49. Ancient Biology and Medicine (Part 2) Xing Chunru75k Wordscompleted The Chinese nation is the oldest nation in the world, and the Chinese civilization is one of the oldest civilizations in the world. China has a written history of nearly 5,000 years, starting from 841 BC. It is rare in the long history that there are documented documents. Among the four major ancient civilizations in the world, only China's history has always been passed down in an orderly manner and has never been interrupted. —Reads7.8Score—Shelves
  50. Ancient Biology and Medicine (Part 1) Xing Chunru47k Wordscompleted The Chinese nation is the oldest nation in the world, and the Chinese civilization is one of the oldest civilizations in the world. China has a written history of nearly 5,000 years, starting from 841 BC. It is rare in the long history that there are documented documents. Among the four major ancient civilizations in the world, only China's history has always been passed down in an orderly manner and has never been interrupted. —Reads8.2Score—Shelves