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The Harmonious Universe
The Beauty and Unity of Scientific Understanding
by Keith J. Laidler
ISBN: 1591021871
ISBN-13: 9781591021872
Format: Hardcover
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Publisher: Prometheus Books
Published date: 2004
Size: 6.25 x 9.25 inches
Weight: 1.6 pounds
Pages: 370
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The Harmonious Universe: The Beauty and Unity of Scientific Understanding
Keith J. Laidler
Prometheus Books. Used - Good. Shows some signs of wear, and may have some markings on the inside. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Shipped to over one million happy customers. Your purchase benefits world literacy! ( more information) Offered by Better World Books (United States)
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The Harmonious Universe: The Beauty and Unity of Scientific Understanding
Laidler, Keith J
Prometheus, 2004. 1st edition.. Hardcover. VG+. Minor shelf wear. /NF.. B+W illustrations and diagrams. Provides straightforward explanations of the major scientific developments of the last four centuries coupled with stories of the men and women who saw their world as none had before them. Heavy book may require more postage. Hardcover ( more information) Offered by Old Goat Books (Canada)
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The Harmonious Universe : The Beauty and Unity of Scientific Understanding
Laidler, Keith J
New York: Prometheus Books, 2004. From quarks to quasars, this stimulating survey of the main branches of science provides lay readers with a broad scientific understanding of our fascinating universe. Award-winning scientist and popular science writer, Keith Laidler explains the major facts, principles, and theories of physics, chemistry, biology, geology, and astronomy.370pp.. ISBN: 1591021871. Cloth. As New/As New. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. SCIENCE. ( more information) Offered by Fireside Bookshop (United Kingdom)
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The Harmonious Universe: The Beauty and Unity of Scientific Understanding
Keith J. Laidler
Prometheus Books, 2004. First Edition. Hardcover. as new/near fine. 370 pages, illustrations, notes, glossary, suggested reading, index, black paper over boards, color illustrated dustjacket in Brodart protective cover. ( more information) Offered by Royal Oak Bookshop (United States)
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The Harmonious Universe: The Beauty and Unity of Scientific Understanding
Laidler, Keith J
Prometheus Books. Hardcover. 1591021871 New with very slight shelf wear from time on shelf (like you'd see at a major chain). We ship daily, provide personalized customer service and want you to have a great experience purchasing from us. Thank you for your consideration. . New. ( more information) Offered by BennettBooksLtd (United States)
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