Showing results for "Invisible" in History & Philosophy

Over the last 220 years, society has evolved a universal belief that electricity is "safe" for humanity and the planet. Scientist and journalist Arthur Firstenberg disrupts this conviction by telling the story of electricity in a way it has never been told before - from an environmental point of view - by detailing the effects that this fundamental societal building block has had on our health and our planet.

Unlocking the mysteries of Earth's magnetic field reveals a thrilling history of science and global ocean exploration. Perfect for an immersive daily commute, this awe-inspiring journey traces humanity’s relentless quest to understand a strange natural phenomenon. From ancient lodestones to...

Uncover the invisible world of cell biology and witness the technological breakthroughs that rewrote medical history. Perfect for an educational daily commute, this awe-inspiring scientific journey transports you from superstitious ancient towns to the workshops of ingenious craftsmen. Discover...

Dive into a mind-bending astrophysics detective story to solve the ultimate cosmic mystery shaping our unseen universe. Perfect for an educational commute or an evening of deep thought, this journey traces the century-long quest to understand the invisible mass holding everything together...

Uncover the gripping medical history of infectious diseases as pioneer scientists fought to conquer humanity's deadliest plagues. Perfect for your daily commute, this fascinating narrative transports you from ancient societies terrified by mysterious illnesses to the dangerous hospital wards of...

Discover the impactful ways that climate and weather changed the very course of human history from the founder and chairman of AccuWeather! Join AccuWeather founder and chairman Dr. Joel N. Myers on a journey from the beginning of time to the modern day to see how weather and climate impacted world events throughout history, both the good and the bad.

“A journey into the origins of COVID-19 and the discovery of vaccines and potential cures . . . I learned so much that I didn’t know before—above all, I met the subtle warriors of the laboratory who are working to save all of us from the horror of new pandemics.”—Richard Preston...

Kristie Macrakis combines a storyteller's sense of drama with a historian's respect for evidence in this pause-resisting history of intrigue and espionage, love and war, magic and secrecy. From the piazzas of ancient Rome to the spy capitals of the Cold War, Macrakis' global history reveals the drama and importance of invisible ink. From Ovid's advice to use milk for illicit love notes, to al-Qaeda's hidden instructions in pornographic movies, this book presents stories of secret messaging that chart its evolution in sophistication and its impact on history.