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“Delightful. . . Randall Munroe has made a career out of sharing his joy in science and engineering. . . . This book and its predecessor inspire us to believe that, even in a vast and mysterious universe, there’s a lot we can figure out with nothing but a sharp pencil, come basic scientific knowledge and a vivid imagination.” —The Wall Street Journal
"The questions throughout What If? 2 are equal parts brilliant, gross, and wonderfully absurd and the answers are thorough, deeply researched, and great fun. . . . Science isn’t easy, but in Munroe’s capable hands, it surely can be fun." —TIME
"Picking this book up now and then enlivens life by letting you briefly consider the effects of, say, putting an indestructible 20-meter-wide glass tube all the way down to the deepest part of the ocean. Plus, Munroe’s illustrations turn stick figures and flowcharts into the stuff of existential hilarity." —NPR
"Entertaining. . . . combines Munroe’s true research and truly funny prose with his signature stick-figure illustrations." —The Washington Post
"Perfect if you enjoy it when stuffy figures of authority crack a smile. Or if you like it when black holes form. That happens a lot." —Newsweek
"One of my favorite books of the year." —Tim Harford, Financial Times
"It's an absolute delight! It's the coolest way to learn how the world actually works." —Hank Green (on the Dear Hank & John podcast)
“A delight for science geeks with a penchant for oddball thought experiments.” —Kirkus
Praise for Randall Munroe and What If?
“Randall Munroe is a national treasure.” —Phil Plait
“Extreme astrophysics and indecipherable chemistry have rarely been this clearly explained or this consistently hilarious.” —Entertainment Weekly “10 Best Nonfiction Books of the Year”
“Consistently fascinating and entertaining...Munroe leavens the hard science with whimsical touches... An illuminating handbook of methods of reasoning.” —Wall Street Journal
“It’s fun to watch as Munroe tackles each question and examines every possible complication with nerdy and methodical aplomb.... The delightfully demented What If? is the most fun you can have with math and science, short of becoming your own evil genius.” —Boston Globe
About the Author
Reviews:
5.0 out of 5 stars Get Ready to Explore the Wildest Hypothetical Questions with 'What If? 2'
If you're a curious mind looking for answers to the wildest hypothetical questions, then you'll definitely love "What If? 2". Written by the popular science writer, Randall Munroe, this book is the sequel to the best-selling "What If?" and takes the exploration of absurd hypothetical questions to a whole new level.The book covers a wide range of topics, from physics to biology, and delves into the most bizarre questions that you may have never even considered. For example, what would happen if a baseball was thrown at near light-speed? Or, what if a T-Rex had access to modern-day weapons? The book provides serious scientific answers to all these questions and many more, in a way that is engaging and easy to understand.One of the most impressive things about "What If? 2" is the level of research and scientific accuracy that has gone into answering these absurd questions. The author has consulted with experts in various fields, and the book is peppered with references to scientific journals and research papers.But don't worry, this book is not just for science enthusiasts. The author has a witty and humorous writing style that makes the book accessible to everyone. The illustrations and diagrams throughout the book are also a great addition, adding to the overall reading experience.Overall, "What If? 2" is an entertaining and thought-provoking read that will satisfy the curiosity of anyone who has ever wondered what would happen if the world worked differently. It's a must-read for science enthusiasts, but also for anyone looking for a good laugh and a mind-bending experience. So go ahead, order your copy today and get ready to explore the wildest hypothetical questions!
5.0 out of 5 stars Fun and interesting... makes science fun
Incredibly intertaining and solid science! Apparently there IS no such thing as a stupid question and I am glad there's a resource for it! I have followed the author from the webcomic xkcd and he never fails to entertain and enlighten. Check out the first book, too!
5.0 out of 5 stars Hilarious and brilliant
All of Randall Munroe's stuff is hilarious and thought provoking, and this is no exception
4.0 out of 5 stars still a great read
Not as unique as the original, and the questions are getting a bit repetitive, but still a great read. Fun, intelligent, and a bit wacky. Loved it!
5.0 out of 5 stars Super fun book
Just get it if you also sometimes wonder about what some outlandish ideas will result in :)
5.0 out of 5 stars Hilarious - great gift for those hard to shop for engineers in your life
Ordered this for my husband for Christmas. He loved it, found it hilarious. Just as good and well done as the first book.
5.0 out of 5 stars great book that answers the generally unasked questions that we wanted to ask
Very thoughtful answers. Took what might have been a dry answer and made it interesting. Highly recommend reading 1 and 2 of the series.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great for kids
Great for kids to get them interested in science
ter-informatie
Order ontvangen maar geen track en trace gezien, wel jammer.
Sin sorpresas
Bien la entrega y bien el estado del producto aunque no venía precintado.Libro muy curioso e interesante.
A must read for Randall / xkcd fans !
What do you mean, there are only two "what if" ?! I would have read two hundred of those ! So funny, so witty, so thoughtful, so increadibly mind blowing to go to those lenghts of "if..." ! A must read for Randall / xkcd fans !
spassoso, piacevolissima lettura
conoscevo gia' la comic strip 'xkcd' di Randall Munroe e il sito collegato 'explain xkcd'il libro gli offre piu' spazio e la vignetta diventa un breve raccontoil tono umoristico e' sempre spiazzante e imprevedibilesi legge piacevolmente
drôle et intelligent
Super drôle et franchement très intéressant !
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Description:
Editorial Reviews
Review
“Delightful. . . Randall Munroe has made a career out of sharing his joy in science and engineering. . . . This book and its predecessor inspire us to believe that, even in a vast and mysterious universe, there’s a lot we can figure out with nothing but a sharp pencil, come basic scientific knowledge and a vivid imagination.” —The Wall Street Journal
"The questions throughout What If? 2 are equal parts brilliant, gross, and wonderfully absurd and the answers are thorough, deeply researched, and great fun. . . . Science isn’t easy, but in Munroe’s capable hands, it surely can be fun." —TIME
"Picking this book up now and then enlivens life by letting you briefly consider the effects of, say, putting an indestructible 20-meter-wide glass tube all the way down to the deepest part of the ocean. Plus, Munroe’s illustrations turn stick figures and flowcharts into the stuff of existential hilarity." —NPR
"Entertaining. . . . combines Munroe’s true research and truly funny prose with his signature stick-figure illustrations." —The Washington Post
"Perfect if you enjoy it when stuffy figures of authority crack a smile. Or if you like it when black holes form. That happens a lot." —Newsweek
"One of my favorite books of the year." —Tim Harford, Financial Times
"It's an absolute delight! It's the coolest way to learn how the world actually works." —Hank Green (on the Dear Hank & John podcast)
“A delight for science geeks with a penchant for oddball thought experiments.” —Kirkus
Praise for Randall Munroe and What If?
“Randall Munroe is a national treasure.” —Phil Plait
“Extreme astrophysics and indecipherable chemistry have rarely been this clearly explained or this consistently hilarious.” —Entertainment Weekly “10 Best Nonfiction Books of the Year”
“Consistently fascinating and entertaining...Munroe leavens the hard science with whimsical touches... An illuminating handbook of methods of reasoning.” —Wall Street Journal
“It’s fun to watch as Munroe tackles each question and examines every possible complication with nerdy and methodical aplomb.... The delightfully demented What If? is the most fun you can have with math and science, short of becoming your own evil genius.” —Boston Globe
About the Author
Reviews:
5.0 out of 5 stars Get Ready to Explore the Wildest Hypothetical Questions with 'What If? 2'
If you're a curious mind looking for answers to the wildest hypothetical questions, then you'll definitely love "What If? 2". Written by the popular science writer, Randall Munroe, this book is the sequel to the best-selling "What If?" and takes the exploration of absurd hypothetical questions to a whole new level.The book covers a wide range of topics, from physics to biology, and delves into the most bizarre questions that you may have never even considered. For example, what would happen if a baseball was thrown at near light-speed? Or, what if a T-Rex had access to modern-day weapons? The book provides serious scientific answers to all these questions and many more, in a way that is engaging and easy to understand.One of the most impressive things about "What If? 2" is the level of research and scientific accuracy that has gone into answering these absurd questions. The author has consulted with experts in various fields, and the book is peppered with references to scientific journals and research papers.But don't worry, this book is not just for science enthusiasts. The author has a witty and humorous writing style that makes the book accessible to everyone. The illustrations and diagrams throughout the book are also a great addition, adding to the overall reading experience.Overall, "What If? 2" is an entertaining and thought-provoking read that will satisfy the curiosity of anyone who has ever wondered what would happen if the world worked differently. It's a must-read for science enthusiasts, but also for anyone looking for a good laugh and a mind-bending experience. So go ahead, order your copy today and get ready to explore the wildest hypothetical questions!
5.0 out of 5 stars Fun and interesting... makes science fun
Incredibly intertaining and solid science! Apparently there IS no such thing as a stupid question and I am glad there's a resource for it! I have followed the author from the webcomic xkcd and he never fails to entertain and enlighten. Check out the first book, too!
5.0 out of 5 stars Hilarious and brilliant
All of Randall Munroe's stuff is hilarious and thought provoking, and this is no exception
4.0 out of 5 stars still a great read
Not as unique as the original, and the questions are getting a bit repetitive, but still a great read. Fun, intelligent, and a bit wacky. Loved it!
5.0 out of 5 stars Super fun book
Just get it if you also sometimes wonder about what some outlandish ideas will result in :)
5.0 out of 5 stars Hilarious - great gift for those hard to shop for engineers in your life
Ordered this for my husband for Christmas. He loved it, found it hilarious. Just as good and well done as the first book.
5.0 out of 5 stars great book that answers the generally unasked questions that we wanted to ask
Very thoughtful answers. Took what might have been a dry answer and made it interesting. Highly recommend reading 1 and 2 of the series.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great for kids
Great for kids to get them interested in science
ter-informatie
Order ontvangen maar geen track en trace gezien, wel jammer.
Sin sorpresas
Bien la entrega y bien el estado del producto aunque no venía precintado.Libro muy curioso e interesante.
A must read for Randall / xkcd fans !
What do you mean, there are only two "what if" ?! I would have read two hundred of those ! So funny, so witty, so thoughtful, so increadibly mind blowing to go to those lenghts of "if..." ! A must read for Randall / xkcd fans !
spassoso, piacevolissima lettura
conoscevo gia' la comic strip 'xkcd' di Randall Munroe e il sito collegato 'explain xkcd'il libro gli offre piu' spazio e la vignetta diventa un breve raccontoil tono umoristico e' sempre spiazzante e imprevedibilesi legge piacevolmente
drôle et intelligent
Super drôle et franchement très intéressant !
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