The Geek Guide to Life
Hardback
Science's Solutions to Life's Little Problems
'Full of tips and life hacks that are backed up by cold, hard science' - Sun
'Contains a staggering amount of common sense, scientifically solid advice, much of it new information to this particular reviewer, who will be adopting some of its principles immediately' - Robin Pierce, Starburst MagazineWhile geeks' obsessive desire for data makes them constant curators of useless information, it also drives them to great lengths to find the solutions to everyday problems. How do you make the perfect cup of tea? What are the moves that will impress a hot date on the dance floor? Is there an optimum angle for skimming a stone? The Geek Guide to Life reveals the geeky secrets to living smarter, offering scientifically sourced advice for dealing with everything life throws at you. Presented with top tips, infographics and a sense of humour, The Geek Guide to Life appeals not just to Star Trek junkies and computer nerds but to anyone seeking answers to some of life's eternal questions.Buy now!
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- ISBN: 9780233005058
- Author: Mun-Keat Looi, Colin Stuart
- Pub date: 01.03.17
- RRP: $39.99
- Format: Hardback
Author
Mun-Keat Looi, Colin Stuart
Mun Keat Looi is a science writer and features editor. He is commissioning editor of Mosaic, the Wellcome Trust's unique publisher of in-depth science stories. He was shortlisted for the Rising Star of British Media Awards 2015.
Colin Stuart is a Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society. He has written for the Guardian, the Observer, New Scientist, BBC Focus and European Space Agency, among many others. In 2014 Colin was awarded runner-up in the European Astronomy Journalism Prize.