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| defied the laws of physics: Physics of the Impossible Michio Kaku, 2008-03-11 NATIONAL BESTSELLER • Inspired by the fantastic worlds of Star Trek, Star Wars, and Back to the Future, the renowned theoretical physicist and national bestselling author of The God Equation takes an informed, serious, and often surprising look at what our current understanding of the universe's physical laws may permit in the near and distant future. Teleportation, time machines, force fields, and interstellar space ships—the stuff of science fiction or potentially attainable future technologies? Entertaining, informative, and imaginative, Physics of the Impossible probes the very limits of human ingenuity and scientific possibility. |
| defied the laws of physics: The Physics of Life Adrian Bejan, 2016-05-24 An empowering new view of the nature of physics and the constant evolution of our physical and social world |
| defied the laws of physics: Quarks, Chaos and Christianity John Polkinghorne, 2005 Is science fact and religion just opinion? Is there the mind of a Creator behind the Universe? Can a scientist pray? John Polkinghorne distils insight and experience into a clear, lively and frank set of answers to these fundamental issues. Updated and new material included. |
| defied the laws of physics: Einstein Defiant Edmund Blair Bolles, 2004-05-09 I find the idea quite intolerable that an electron exposed to radiation should choose of its own free will, not only its moment to jump off, but also its direction. In that case, I would rather be a cobbler, or even an employee in a gaming house, than a physicist. -Albert Einstein A scandal hovers over the history of 20th century physics. Albert Einstein-the century's greatest physicist-was never able to come to terms with quantum mechanics, the century's greatest theoretical achievement. For physicists who routinely use both quantum laws and Einstein's ideas, this contradiction can be almost too embarrassing to dwell on. Yet Einstein was one of the founders of quantum physics and he spent many years preaching the quantum's importance and its revolutionary nature. The Danish genius Neils Bohr was another founder of quantum physics. He had managed to solve one of the few physics problems that Einstein ever shied away from, linking quantum mathematics with a new model of the atom. This leap immediately yielded results that explained electron behavior and the periodic table of the elements. Despite their mutual appreciation of the quantum's importance, these two giants of modern physics never agreed on the fundamentals of their work. In fact, they clashed repeatedly throughout the 1920s, arguing first over Einstein's theory of light quanta(photons), then over Niels Bohr's short-lived theory that denied the conservation of energy at the quantum level, and climactically over the new quantum mechanics that Bohr enthusiastically embraced and Einstein stubbornly defied. This contest of visions stripped the scientific imagination naked. Einstein was a staunch realist, demanding to know the physical reasons behind physical events. At odds with this approach was Bohr's more pragmatic perspective that favored theories that worked, even if he might not have a corresponding explanation of the underlying reality. Powerful and illuminating, Einstein Defiant is the first book to capture the soul and the science that inspired this dramatic duel, revealing the personalities and the passions-and, in the end, what was at stake for the world. |
| defied the laws of physics: The Science of the X-Men Link Yaco, Karen Haber, 2004 Have you ever wondered how force beams might actually shoot out of someone's eyes? What could cause wings to sprout from the back of a man, allowing him to fly? If your skeleton was bonded with a flexible but indestructible metal, how would your blood flow and nerves be affected? Through a combination of informed speculation and science fact, The Science of the X-Men provides a scientific investigation of the most popular mutant Super-Hero team in the history of comics. Such cutting edge science as genetic manipulation, biotechnology, quantum physics, string theory and biophysics help explain how the powers of Wolverine, Professor X, Jean Grey, Rogue, Storm, Cyclops and many more X-Men and their adversaries could work. The Science of the X-Men goes beyond the characters and includes an analysis of the team's equipment and of alien races that have crossed paths with them over the years. You'll discover: how Professor X's amazing Cerebro device can find mutants anywhere on the planet; the technical specs on the X-Men's specially modified aircraft, and the amazing robotics and holographic technology that make up the X-Men's artificial combat environment known as the Danger Room. Book jacket. |
| defied the laws of physics: The Restless Universe Eric M. Schlegel, 2002-10-03 Carl Sagan once noted that there is only one generation that gets to see things for the first time. We are in the midst of such a time right now, standing on the threshold of discovery in the young and remarkable field of X-ray astronomy. In The Restless Universe, astronomer Eric Schlegel offers readers an informative survey of this cutting-edge science. Two major space observatories launched in the last few years--NASA's Chandra and the European Newton--are now orbiting the Earth, sending back a gold mine of data on the X-ray universe. Schlegel, who has worked on the Chandra project for seven years, describes the building and launching of this space-based X-ray observatory. But the book goes far beyond the story of Chandra. What Schlegel provides here is the background a nonscientist would need to grasp the present and follow the future of X-ray astronomy. He looks at the relatively brief history of the field, the hardware used to detect X-rays, the satellites--past, present, and future--that have been or will be flown to collect the data, the way astronomers interpret this data, and, perhaps most important, the insights we have already learned as well as speculations about what we may soon discover. And throughout the book, Schlegel conveys the excitement of looking at the universe from the perspective brought by these new observatories and the sharper view they deliver. Drawing on observations obtained from Chandra, Newton, and previous X-ray observatories, The Restless Universe gives a first look at an exciting field which significantly enriches our understanding of the universe. |
| defied the laws of physics: The Road to Reality Roger Penrose, 2021-06-09 **WINNER OF THE 2020 NOBEL PRIZE IN PHYSICS** The Road to Reality is the most important and ambitious work of science for a generation. It provides nothing less than a comprehensive account of the physical universe and the essentials of its underlying mathematical theory. It assumes no particular specialist knowledge on the part of the reader, so that, for example, the early chapters give us the vital mathematical background to the physical theories explored later in the book. Roger Penrose's purpose is to describe as clearly as possible our present understanding of the universe and to convey a feeling for its deep beauty and philosophical implications, as well as its intricate logical interconnections. The Road to Reality is rarely less than challenging, but the book is leavened by vivid descriptive passages, as well as hundreds of hand-drawn diagrams. In a single work of colossal scope one of the world's greatest scientists has given us a complete and unrivalled guide to the glories of the universe that we all inhabit. 'Roger Penrose is the most important physicist to work in relativity theory except for Einstein. He is one of the very few people I've met in my life who, without reservation, I call a genius' Lee Smolin |
| defied the laws of physics: The God Ultimatum Virginia Nolan, 2017-11-27 The God Ultimatum claims that the supernatural is not separate from science. Anyone can believe it by a simple process of logic. You dont have to be a doctor or a philosopher to get it either. But all who do will change. The God Ultimatum answers the usual, mundane arguments against a supreme being, the accuracy of ancient written scrolls, and human immortality. Motivational and challenging, this book will probably get you to a place where youve never been or considered before; but sooner or later, all of us must face the God ultimatum. |
| defied the laws of physics: The Schrödinger Girl Laurel Brett, 2020-01-07 Set in the 1960s, this novel exploring the mysteries of the multiverse—and of human identity—is “a rare page turner that avoids the obvious traps.” —The New York Times Book Review Garrett Adams, an uptight behavioral psychology professor who refuses to embrace the 1960s, is in a slump. The dispirited rats in his latest experiment aren't yielding results, and his beloved Yankees are losing. As he sits at a New York City bar watching the Yanks strike out, he knows he needs a change. Then, at a bookstore, he meets a mysterious young woman, Daphne, who draws him into the turbulent and exciting world of Vietnam War protests and the music of Bob Dylan and the Beatles, and he starts to emerge from the numbness and grief over his father’s death in World War II. But when Daphne evolves into four separate versions of herself, Garrett’s life becomes complicated as he devotes himself to answering the questions about character and destiny raised by her iterations—an obsession that threatens to upend his relationship with a beautiful art historian, destroy his teaching job, and dissolve a longtime friendship. The Daphnes seem to exist in separate realities that challenge the laws of physics and call into question everything Garrett thought he knew. Now he must decide what is vision, what is science, and what is delusion. “[A] mind-bending experimental thriller.” —CrimeReads “An immensely interesting concept . . . dig[s] deep into psychology, philosophy, physics, and, most importantly, politics as Daphne shakes Garrett out of his indifference toward the cultural turmoil of the late ’60s.” —Kirkus Reviews “Brett's imaginative, amusing debut will appeal to fans of Nell Zink.” —Publishers Weekly “This absorbing novel vividly mines the physics and psychology of reality, and the reader’s reward is a moving story of love and loss.” —Hilma Wolitzer, author of An Available Man |
| defied the laws of physics: Hey There Darlin' Gisele Magnin, 2020-09-08 Hey There Darlin' is an apocalypse humor serial featuring two lesbian leads. The serial began release in February 2019 and finished Part 1 in August 2020. It follows the chaotic adventures of The Devil's Daughter and CowGirl, along with side chapters of The Devil's Daughter's ever-expanding family. Compacted with everything from Notre Dame burning, to Storming Area 51, and the fall of the Fourth Pyramid, the romance of two women who watch the fall of heaven and the collapse of hell, is an ever-refreshing sense of humor during tough times. 91 chapters 99,048 words 342 (8.5x11) pages = approximately 1,368 5x7 pages Apocalypse Humor, Science Fiction, Extraterrestrial, Supernatural, Mythological Gods |
| defied the laws of physics: Physics and Politics Walter Bagehot, 1906 |
| defied the laws of physics: There Are Places in the World Where Rules Are Less Important Than Kindness Carlo Rovelli, 2023-05-09 A delightful intellectual feast from the bestselling author of Seven Brief Lessons on Physics, The Order of Time, and Anaximander One of the world’s most prominent physicists and fearless free spirit, Carlo Rovelli is also a masterful storyteller. His bestselling books have introduced millions of readers to the wonders of modern physics and his singular perspective on the cosmos. This new collection of essays reveals a curious intellect always on the move. Rovelli invites us on an accessible and enlightening voyage through science, literature, philosophy, and politics. Written with his usual clarity and wit, this journey ranges widely across time and space: from Newton's alchemy to Einstein's mistakes, from Nabokov’s lepidopterology to Dante’s cosmology, from mind-altering psychedelic substances to the meaning of atheism, from the future of physics to the power of uncertainty. Charming, pithy, and elegant, this book is the perfect gateway to the universe of one of the most influential minds of our age. |
| defied the laws of physics: A Man of Yet a Few More Words Swan Morrison, 2013-11-27 This book is the third and final part of the Short Humour trilogy by Swan Morrison. The first book was called A Man of Few Words and that was followed by A Man of a Few More Words. In common with the previous two books, this volume contains one hundred comedy stories, dialogues, poems, letters, spoof news reports, articles and songs with a connecting theme of life in the modern world. |
| defied the laws of physics: The Boy from Hilltop Thomas L. Trigg, 2023-11-22 About the Book Thomas Trigg shares his life experiences as a boy growing up after World War II, living in West Berlin during the Cold War. Thomas’ journey shows that one can find success after failure. During his journey, Thomas Trigg discovers his passion for discovering the truth of the mysteries of the universe and reveals the results in his personal search. About the Author Thomas L. Trigg is a big supporter of non-profit organizations. He also enjoys playing golf and tennis in his free time. Trigg taught golf to high school students for many years as a volunteer. He and his wife enjoy boats and traveling when they can. |
| defied the laws of physics: Levitation Jim Ottaviani, 2007 Presents the story of illusions, with such characters as The Scientist, The American, The Inventor, and The Heir. |
| defied the laws of physics: Becoming God Ford, 2007-08 This is the book the world has been waiting for. Becoming God is a mind-blowing guide to Spiritual Enlightenment, Awareness of Being and Ultimate Reality through a close examination of today's most cutting edge science and technologies. Like a song bouncing into a new beat, Dance Music Super Producer, Ford has written his first book, Becoming God. Connecting dots between science, spirituality, religion and psychology that only a true artist of his vision could have put together. Based on the cutting edge scientific studies of today and philosophies only recently being pondered, Becoming God is a must read companion book to What The Bleep Do We Know, The Secret, and any Deepak Chopra or Wayne Dyer.. www.becominggod.org |
| defied the laws of physics: Mad Like Tesla Tyler Hamilton, 2011-09-01 An “illuminating and important” look at the scientists, engineers, and entrepreneurs who are working to save us from catastrophic climate change (New York Journal of Books). Nikola Tesla was considered a mad scientist by the society of his time for predicting global warming more than a hundred years ago. Today, we need visionaries like him to find sources of alternative energy and solutions to this looming threat. Mad Like Tesla takes an in-depth look at climate issues, introducing thinkers and inventors such as Louis Michaud, a retired refinery engineer who claims we can harness the energy of man-made tornadoes, and a professor and a businessman who are running a company that genetically modifies algae so it can secrete ethanol naturally. These individuals and their unorthodox methods are profiled through first-person interviews, exploring the social, economic, financial, and personal obstacles that they continue to face. Also covered is the existing state of green energy technologies—such as solar, wind, biofuels, smart grid, and energy storage—offering a ray of hope against a backdrop of dread. “Hamilton makes complex technologies comprehensible.” —Library Journal |
| defied the laws of physics: Book One Daniel M. Ross, 2023-07-06 A NEW SAGA BEGINS. BABYLON, 2171. As the fabric of time begins to unravel, the man responsible must wrestle his darkest demons in order to thread the world back together again. |
| defied the laws of physics: Modern Souls On Eternal Path Shruti Arora, 2024-10-18 Ishant Joshi, a young IT professional from India, finds himself adrift in Germany, engulfed in grief after the sudden loss of his mother. Isolated and burdened by sorrow, his life takes an unexpected turn when he encounters a mysterious mentor who recognizes both his inner turmoil and potential. Through this divine intervention, Ishant is gently guided on a journey of spiritual awakening. This path leads him to an ancient Gurukul, a secluded school steeped in mysticism and surreal beauty. The school, with its timeless teachings and ethereal aura, becomes Ishant's sanctuary. Here, the boundaries of reality blur, and under the guidance of enlightened sages, Ishant begins to unravel the mysteries of existence. Through profound lessons derived from the Shiv Sutras, the Bhagavad Gita, Sikhism, and Buddhism, Ishant learns about the intricate web of creation and the deep interconnectedness of the universe. He discovers the purpose of life, the essence of dharma, and the significance of karma through captivating stories and meditative practices. Each day at the Gurukul reveals new layers of understanding. The Shiv Sutras uncover the dance of consciousness and energy, while the Bhagavad Gita imparts the importance of righteous action and devotion. Sikhism teaches him the value of selfless service and equality, and Buddhism guides him toward inner peace and enlightenment. As Ishant assimilates these teachings, he undergoes a profound transformation. The grief that once consumed him is replaced by serene acceptance and a renewed sense of purpose. Empowered by ancient wisdom, Ishant emerges from the school ready to navigate the world with a renewed spirit and a deeper connection to the divine. This is a journey of self-discovery and spiritual awakening, where the sacred stories of the past illuminate the way forward, and the quest for inner truth becomes a beacon of light in even the darkest of times. |
| defied the laws of physics: The Giza Death Star Deployed Joseph P. Farrell, 2003 Physicist Joseph Farrell is amazing sequel to 'The Giza Death Star' which takes us from the Great Pyramid of Giza to the asteroid belt and the so-called Pyramids of Mars. Farrell expands on his thesis that the Great Pyramid was a chemical maser, designed as a weapon and eventually deployed with disastrous results to the solar system. The Great Pyramid as a weapon! Evidence of the Use of Weapons of Mass Destruction in Ancient Times! The Astonishing Technology used in the Giza Death Star! Evidence of a similar Death Star-Pyramid built on Mars! The mystery of the Asteroid Belt solved! Topics in this amazing book include: Exploding Planets: The Movie, the Mirro, and the Model; Dating the Catastrophe and the Compound; A Brief History of the Exoteric and Esoteric Investigations of the Great Pyramid; No Machines, Please!; The Stargate Conspiracy; The Scalar Weapons; Message or Machine?; A Tesla Analysis of the Putative Physics and Engineering of the Giza Death Star; Cohering the Zero Point, Vacuum Energy, Flux: Synopsis of Scalar Physics and Paleophysics; Configuring the Scalar Pulse Wave; Inferred Applications in the Great Pyramid; Quantum Numerology, Feedback Loops and Tetrahedral Physic |
| defied the laws of physics: The Spoken Word Zuriel Ann Murphy, 2013-12-04 Many struggle to live a victorious life as a result of their ignorance of the potency, which the Spoken Word carries. Challenges are made to be faced, but it is only revelation and incessant confession of Gods Word that is capable of making any man triumphant. The Spoken Word is 365 days devotional, exploring all areas of life, and revealing the power of God to heal, transform, enrich and bless. This devotional is released by God in this season to satisfy the hunger of men, heal the broken hearted, liberate the captives, and empower the weak. Who would ever believe that the wisest man Solomon, was born out of the erroneous affair of David and Bathsheba? In this case, the author recounts, From the shells of total shame, and from the marrows of the utmost disgrace, God can still birth fame When you think all is over, and when you have given up to an ill fate; God will start something fabulously new in your life. |
| defied the laws of physics: Chronicles of Teloz: The Broken Timestream Dan Bune, 2024-07-11 In the distant future, a team of skilled time travelers embarks on a mission to explore the mysteries of time. However, during an experiment gone awry, their time machine malfunctions, and they find themselves not in the era they intended but in a subterranean city called Teloz. Teloz is a multiverse nexus, a hub connecting various parallel worlds and timelines. Teloz, with its bioluminescent glow and diverse population of humans, aliens, and mythical creatures, resembles the enchanted landscapes of Middle Earth. The city is a harmonious blend of advanced technology and magical elements, hidden deep within the Earth. |
| defied the laws of physics: The Order of Time Carlo Rovelli, 2019-12-10 One of TIME’s Ten Best Nonfiction Books of the Decade Meet the new Stephen Hawking . . . The Order of Time is a dazzling book. --The Sunday Times From the bestselling author of Seven Brief Lessons on Physics, Reality Is Not What It Seems, Helgoland, and Anaximander comes a concise, elegant exploration of time. Why do we remember the past and not the future? What does it mean for time to flow? Do we exist in time or does time exist in us? In lyric, accessible prose, Carlo Rovelli invites us to consider questions about the nature of time that continue to puzzle physicists and philosophers alike. For most readers this is unfamiliar terrain. We all experience time, but the more scientists learn about it, the more mysterious it remains. We think of it as uniform and universal, moving steadily from past to future, measured by clocks. Rovelli tears down these assumptions one by one, revealing a strange universe where at the most fundamental level time disappears. He explains how the theory of quantum gravity attempts to understand and give meaning to the resulting extreme landscape of this timeless world. Weaving together ideas from philosophy, science and literature, he suggests that our perception of the flow of time depends on our perspective, better understood starting from the structure of our brain and emotions than from the physical universe. Already a bestseller in Italy, and written with the poetic vitality that made Seven Brief Lessons on Physics so appealing, The Order of Time offers a profoundly intelligent, culturally rich, novel appreciation of the mysteries of time. |
| defied the laws of physics: The God Equation Michio Kaku, 2021-04-06 #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • The epic story of the greatest quest in all of science—the holy grail of physics that would explain the creation of the universe—from renowned theoretical physicist and author of The Future of the Mind and The Future of Humanity. When Newton discovered the law of gravity, he unified the rules governing the heavens and the Earth. Since then, physicists have been placing new forces into ever-grander theories. But perhaps the ultimate challenge is achieving a monumental synthesis of the two remaining theories—relativity and the quantum theory. This would be the crowning achievement of science, a profound merging of all the forces of nature into one beautiful, magnificent equation to unlock the deepest mysteries in science: What happened before the Big Bang? What lies on the other side of a black hole? Are there other universes and dimensions? Is time travel possible? Why are we here? Kaku also explains the intense controversy swirling around this theory, with Nobel laureates taking opposite sides on this vital question. It is a captivating, gripping story; what’s at stake is nothing less than our conception of the universe. Written with Kaku’s trademark enthusiasm and clarity, this epic and engaging journey is the story of The God Equation. |
| defied the laws of physics: Science, Gender, and Power: Women Scientists Who Defied the Odds Dr. Sunita Rawat, 2023-01-26 Science, Gender, and Power: Women Scientists Who Defied the Odds is a compelling and inspiring book that chronicles the extraordinary lives and groundbreaking achievements of female scientists throughout history. From Ada Lovelace, the world's first computer programmer, to Rosalind Franklin, whose work was essential to the discovery of DNA's structure, the book showcases the remarkable contributions of women in science. It highlights their tenacity, resilience, and courage in a male-dominated field, where they often faced discrimination, sexism, and biases. Written by Ann Hibner Koblitz, a renowned historian of science and gender, the book offers an in-depth analysis of the social and cultural factors that have hindered women's progress in science. It examines the institutional barriers and cultural stereotypes that have limited women's opportunities and discouraged them from pursuing scientific careers. With its engaging prose and insightful analysis, Science, Gender, and Power is a must-read for anyone interested in science, history, and gender studies. It is an excellent resource for students, educators, and researchers looking to learn about the struggles and achievements of women scientists and the ongoing efforts to create a more inclusive and diverse scientific community. Whether you are a science enthusiast or simply curious about the role of women in science, Science, Gender, and Power is a fascinating and inspiring book that will leave you with a deeper appreciation of the contributions of women to the field of science and a renewed commitment to creating a more equitable and inclusive society. |
| defied the laws of physics: SMELL Andreas Philippopoulos-Mihalopoulos, Danilo Mandic, Caterina Nirta, Andrea Pavoni, 2023-12-04 Although somewhat marginal in relation to the other senses, smell is the most potent way of anchoring ourselves to the world. We subconsciously find our place in it by sniffing our body, the body of the one next to us, the room in which we are, the culture with which we are familiar. There is an incessant olfactory flow consisting of bodies, human and nonhuman, that are agents of generation, consumption, diffusion, reproduction and dissolution of odours. As they move or pause, as they cluster with others or try to move away, these bodies constantly partake in this olfactory flow, this dense planetary swirl that leaves nothing outside. The law aims at presenting itself as rational and objective. Smell, on the other hand, is one of the least integrated senses in the legal edifice, in comparison to, say, seeing and hearing. This can be attributed mainly to the fact that sense-making of smell and law are different, even antithetical. Smell operates undercurrent, tickling the olfactory antennas of individual and collective bodies while habitually hiding behind other sensory volumes. Law, on the other hand, has an interest in appearing present, universal, constant. Olfactory sense-making relies on its elusiveness; legal sense-making invests in its obviousness. Yet, the two can interact in most unexpected ways, as this volume amply shows. If anything, smell airs the way in which law conceptualises and contextualises its own actuality. Smell brings law forth by allowing it to show its underbelly, its elusive sense-making that is invariably sacrificed in preference to the necessity of legal impressions of constancy. However, smell’s fragmentary, discontinuous and unstable nature, despite all the ordering that goes to it, poses a peculiar challenge to the law. This volume sets out to investigate this juncture. |
| defied the laws of physics: Social Problems Henry George, 1884 |
| defied the laws of physics: A Distant Drum... Andi Rae Mills, 2011-09-15 We were riding on top of the world. We were two women in our fifties and we probably should have been anywhere other than where we were at that moment. The scenery was spectacular, but I was beginning to wonder if it was worth dying for . . . literally. The loose rocks and tight switchbacks had cost us precious time. This was not a place we wanted to get caught after dark. Edie and I rode in silence as we negotiated the treacherous footing. We had known we would face danger on this ride, but I had never envisioned anything like the scenario we were currently dealing with. My senses seemed cross wired. At a time when I should have logically been bordering on panic, I found myself engulfed in an eerie sense of calm. Fear was a luxury we couldn’t afford at the moment. If we got off this mountain alive, there would be plenty of time to be scared as we recalled the ordeal. The trail was incredibly narrow. The climb had been steep and rugged. We would reach an altitude in excess of seven thousand four hundred feet as we rode the crest of Mt. Francis. On our immediate left, a sheer rock wall rose vertically with occasional outcroppings that jutted into the trail. Our knees, at times, rubbed the craggy rock face. A glance to the right brought no comfort. A severe drop off afforded us a view of the tops of trees, hundreds of feet below. We were riding on a trail that was no more than a narrow ledge on the face of the mountain. For some reason known only to them, both horses insisted on walking along the extreme outer edge of the trail. They seemed to feel more comfortable on the edge, rather than being crowded by the wall. Both Edie and I found ourselves sitting off center and leaning slightly toward the wall. If our horses lost their footing, we hoped to be able to jump clear of them and land on the trail. A lump the size of a softball threatened to choke me each time I heard a piece of the trail crumble beneath our horse’s feet, sending rock and dirt tumbling over the edge. We had reached a point of no return. We had no idea what lay ahead of us . . . there was no way to turn around . . . no way to back the horses out of where we were . . . and at this point, dismounting was a physical impossibility due to the close proximity of the rock face and the narrow width of the trail. We both knew that we were in a potentially life threatening situation. If a cougar or a snake spooked the horses, we would all have a one way ticket to the rocky bottom of the canyon far below. That gruesome thought was still in my mind when our bad situation grew decidedly more complicated. As I focused on the trail ahead, my mind rejected what my eyes could clearly see. Thirty feet ahead of us, the trail simply disappeared! All I could see beyond that point was air . . . and lots of it. I wondered if Edie, who rode only a few feet behind me, saw what I saw . . . She did. |
| defied the laws of physics: Social Problems Henry George, 2020 This book by the author of 'Progress and Poverty' will doubtless be read with much interest on this side of the Atlantic. The name of Mr. Henry George is now a familiar one to both sections of the Anglo-Saxon race, and they really have no reason to be ashamed of so robust and genial a son, sadly mis guided on many points though he is. Enthusiasts there will always be with an easy method of curing social discontent — men who do not take sufficient account of the difficulties and real conditions by which life is circumscribed, and who dream that by uttering a new formula the gathering evils of the world can be charmed away. Naturally, it is to be regretted that such men have not more of the judicial faculty, which can see all the sides of a complicated question. But enthusiasm and the judicial faculty are seldom associated in the same mind ; and, as we cannot do without the enthusiast, let us be thankful for Mr. George, who is a sincere and noble man, proclaiming earnestly what he believes to be saving truth. For those who may think of reading this book, we hope it is unnecessary to state that Mr. George has no sympathy with the blood-red anarchy which seeks to overturn altar and family and all the existing institutions of civilized society. Instead of disturbing the sacred traditions, Mr. George is evidently a man of strong religious faith, who in all sincerity supports his theories of social reform with quotations from Scripture. Throughout his book there runs a vein of cheerful optimism ; of the cynicism and scepticism which mark so many of the revolutionary class there is scarcely a trace. Nor can we agree with those who think that Mr. George's pet idea, which here reappears, of the nationalization of land by the confiscation of rent is a dangerous one. In a country like ours such a proposal is so extravagant and unpractical that it may be dismissed as harmless. The real danger seems to be of a very different kind — the danger, namely, that the colossal blunder of Mr. George may hide from us the valuable truths or suggestions of truth that may undoubtedly be found in this book. 'Social Problems' consists of twenty-two chapters, each of which treats of a phase of our social condition. It is written from the American standpoint, and a number of questions are discussed which can be rightly appreciated only by those who have an intimate acquaintance with American affairs. But most of it will be quite as interesting to Englishmen as to Americans. The treatment is more popular than in Progress and Poverty ; it is less labored and controversial, and, it must be said, less sophistical. The book is marked by the same eloquence, the same sympathy with the claims of labor, and the same wide and often true insight into the great industrial movements of our time. In these qualities, and not in his theory of the land, lies the strength of Mr. George. He has evidently been a shrewd and sympathetic observer of the social condition of his own country and of ours. He is inspired with the poetry of labor, often tragic to a terrible degree; he has felt its pathos, and knows its dreary monotony, and its subjection to vast economic influences over which it has no control — all the anarchy, in short, that results from the free play of individualism and of unrestricted competition. Mr. George has watched with his own eyes the effects of the most extraordinary development of industry and population that the world has ever seen. |
| defied the laws of physics: When Pigs Could Fly and Bears Could Dance Miriam Neirick, 2012-09-21 For more than seven decades the circuses enjoyed tremendous popularity in the Soviet Union. How did the circus—an institution that dethroned figures of authority and refused any orderly narrative structure—become such a cultural mainstay in a state known for blunt and didactic messages? Miriam Neirick argues that the variety, flexibility, and indeterminacy of the modern circus accounted for its appeal not only to diverse viewers but also to the Soviet state. In a society where government-legitimating myths underwent periodic revision, the circus proved a supple medium of communication. Between 1919 and 1991, it variously displayed the triumph of the Bolshevik revolution, the beauty of the new Soviet man and woman, the vulnerability of the enemy during World War II, the prosperity of the postwar Soviet household, and the Soviet mission of international peace—all while entertaining the public with the acrobats, elephants, and clowns. With its unique ability to meet and reconcile the demands of both state and society, the Soviet circus became the unlikely darling of Soviet culture and an entertainment whose usefulness and popularity stemmed from its ambiguity. |
| defied the laws of physics: Spooky Action at a Distance George Musser, 2015-11-03 Long-listed for the 2016 PEN/E. O. Wilson Literary Science Writing Award An important book that provides insight into key new developments in our understanding of the nature of space, time and the universe. It will repay careful study. --John Gribbin, The Wall Street Journal An endlessly surprising foray into the current mother of physics' many knotty mysteries, the solving of which may unveil the weirdness of quantum particles, black holes, and the essential unity of nature. --Kirkus Reviews (starred review) What is space? It isn't a question that most of us normally ask. Space is the venue of physics; it's where things exist, where they move and take shape. Yet over the past few decades, physicists have discovered a phenomenon that operates outside the confines of space and time: nonlocality-the ability of two particles to act in harmony no matter how far apart they may be. It appears to be almost magical. Einstein grappled with this oddity and couldn't come to terms with it, describing it as spooky action at a distance. More recently, the mystery has deepened as other forms of nonlocality have been uncovered. This strange occurrence, which has direct connections to black holes, particle collisions, and even the workings of gravity, holds the potential to undermine our most basic understandings of physical reality. If space isn't what we thought it was, then what is it? In Spooky Action at a Distance, George Musser sets out to answer that question, offering a provocative exploration of nonlocality and a celebration of the scientists who are trying to explain it. Musser guides us on an epic journey into the lives of experimental physicists observing particles acting in tandem, astronomers finding galaxies that look statistically identical, and cosmologists hoping to unravel the paradoxes surrounding the big bang. He traces the often contentious debates over nonlocality through major discoveries and disruptions of the twentieth century and shows how scientists faced with the same undisputed experimental evidence develop wildly different explanations for that evidence. Their conclusions challenge our understanding of not only space and time but also the origins of the universe-and they suggest a new grand unified theory of physics. Delightfully readable, Spooky Action at a Distance is a mind-bending voyage to the frontiers of modern physics that will change the way we think about reality. |
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| defied the laws of physics: Cracking the Einstein Code Fulvio Melia, 2009-10-15 Albert Einstein’s theory of general relativity describes the effect of gravitation on the shape of space and the flow of time. But for more than four decades after its publication, the theory remained largely a curiosity for scientists; however accurate it seemed, Einstein’s mathematical code—represented by six interlocking equations—was one of the most difficult to crack in all of science. That is, until a twenty-nine-year-old Cambridge graduate solved the great riddle in 1963. Roy Kerr’s solution emerged coincidentally with the discovery of black holes that same year and provided fertile testing ground—at long last—for general relativity. Today, scientists routinely cite the Kerr solution, but even among specialists, few know the story of how Kerr cracked Einstein’s code. Fulvio Melia here offers an eyewitness account of the events leading up to Kerr’s great discovery. Cracking the Einstein Code vividly describes how luminaries such as Karl Schwarzschild, David Hilbert, and Emmy Noether set the stage for the Kerr solution; how Kerr came to make his breakthrough; and how scientists such as Roger Penrose, Kip Thorne, and Stephen Hawking used the accomplishment to refine and expand modern astronomy and physics. Today more than 300 million supermassive black holes are suspected of anchoring their host galaxies across the cosmos, and the Kerr solution is what astronomers and astrophysicists use to describe much of their behavior. By unmasking the history behind the search for a real world solution to Einstein’s field equations, Melia offers a first-hand account of an important but untold story. Sometimes dramatic, often exhilarating, but always attuned to the human element, Cracking the Einstein Code is ultimately a showcase of how important science gets done. |
| defied the laws of physics: Lifetime of Fear Gary B. Boyd, 2021-08-26 Space Train Engineers are a contrary lot. The most contrary of all is Adin Bartlett. Joint Commander Kevin Masters personally selects Adin and his Bountiful Express crew, Conductor Bella Bok and Space Miner Shendo Spook Khoper, for a historic assignment to mine microbes on a distant planet in Home's solar system. The microbes are needed to replenish surface life on Home, a planet whose loss of atmosphere has forced humans to burrow into tunnels for survival. The adventure is fitting of true Home Heroes. Only Spook, a Technologist with unnatural intuitive abilities, has reservations about the assignment. Adin's only complaint is that the desk Engineers thrive on theories that don't fit and ignore realities. Bella is the balance for the combination of the aggressive and tentative natures of her crewmates as the space train encounters the unknown with minimal information. The adventure opens the crew's minds to unbridled fears, fears that far exceed their experiences as asteroid miners, and exposes them to dangers outside of human understanding. The crew's complementary abilities are the only things that can bring their assignment to a safe conclusion - if their assignment can be completed at all. |
| defied the laws of physics: Animating Film Theory Karen Redrobe, 2014-03-21 Animating Film Theory provides an enriched understanding of the relationship between two of the most unwieldy and unstable organizing concepts in cinema and media studies: animation and film theory. For the most part, animation has been excluded from the purview of film theory. The contributors to this collection consider the reasons for this marginalization while also bringing attention to key historical contributions across a wide range of animation practices, geographic and linguistic terrains, and historical periods. They delve deep into questions of how animation might best be understood, as well as how it relates to concepts such as the still, the moving image, the frame, animism, and utopia. The contributors take on the kinds of theoretical questions that have remained underexplored because, as Karen Beckman argues, scholars of cinema and media studies have allowed themselves to be constrained by too narrow a sense of what cinema is. This collection reanimates and expands film studies by taking the concept of animation seriously. Contributors. Karen Beckman, Suzanne Buchan, Scott Bukatman, Alan Cholodenko, Yuriko Furuhata, Alexander R. Galloway, Oliver Gaycken, Bishnupriya Ghosh, Tom Gunning, Andrew R. Johnston, Hervé Joubert-Laurencin, Gertrud Koch, Thomas LaMarre, Christopher P. Lehman, Esther Leslie, John MacKay, Mihaela Mihailova, Marc Steinberg, Tess Takahashi |
| defied the laws of physics: L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future Volume 39 L. Ron Hubbard, 2023-05-16 In the world of speculative fiction… Your favorite authors… Have selected best new voices of the year. 24 Award-winning Authors and Illustrators 3 Bonus Short Stories by Kevin J. Anderson • L. Ron Hubbard • S. M. Stirling Art and Writing Tips by Lazarus Chernik • L. Ron Hubbard • Kristine Kathryn Rusch Edited by Dean Wesley Smith • Jody Lynn Nye 16-page color gallery of artwork • Cover art by Tom Wood Check out the stories Brandon Sanderson, Orson Scott Card, Nnedi Okorafor, Robert J. Sawyer, Kevin J. Anderson, Jody Lynn Nye and others chose as the best of the best. Be amazed. Be amused. Be transported … by stories that take you by surprise and take you further and deeper into new worlds and new ideas than you’ve ever gone before…. Twelve captivating tales from the most exciting new voices in science fiction and fantasy accompanied by three from masters of the genre. A miracle? An omen? Or something else? One day, they arrived in droves—the foxes of the desert, the field, the imagination….—“Kitsune” by Devon Bohm When a vampire, a dragon and a shape-shifting Chihuahua meet on a beach in Key West, fireworks go off! But that’s just the background.—“Moonlight and Funk” by Marianne Xenos The Grim Reaper, trapped in an IRS agent’s dying body, must regain his powers before he dies and faces judgment for his original sin.—“Death and the Taxman” by David Hankins In a metaverse future, a woman who exposes falseness in others must decide what is real to her—the love she lost or the love she may have found.—“Under My Cypresses” by Jason Palmatier Vic Harden wasn’t lured by glory on a daring mission into the reaches of outer space—he was ordered out there by his editor.—“The Unwilling Hero” by L. Ron Hubbard Dangerous opportunities present themselves when an alien ship arrives in the solar system seeking repairs.—“White Elephant” by David K. Henrickson With her spaceship at the wrong end of a pirate’s guns, a former war hero must face down her enemies and demons to save Earth’s last best chance for peace.—“Piracy for Beginners” by J. R. Johnson Dan Shamble, Zombie P.I., faces one of his funniest and most perplexing cases ever—an enlightened ogre, a salamander with low self-esteem, and a raging fire dragon terrorizing the Unnatural Quarter!—“Fire in the Hole” by Kevin J. Anderson Years after the Second Holocaust, the last surviving Jews on earth attempt to rewrite the past.—“A Trickle in History” by Elaine Midcoh When I said I’d do anything to pay off my debts and get back home to Earth, I didn’t mean survey a derelict spaceship at the edge of the solar system—but here I am.—“The Withering Sky” by Arthur H. Manner High-powered telescopes bring galactic life to our TVs, and network tuner Hank Enos figures he’s seen everything—until the day an alien boy stares back.—“The Fall of Crodendra M.” by T. J. Knight Knights, damsels and dragons, curses and fates foretold—the stuff of legends and stories, but unexpectedly perverse.—“Constant Never” by S. M. Stirling Determined to save his wife, Tumelo takes an unlikely client through South Africa’s ruins to the heart of the Desolation—a journey that will cost or save everything.—“The Children of Desolation” by Spencer Sekulin When a terrorist smuggles a nuclear weapon into London, a team regresses in time to AD 1093 to assassinate a knight on the battlefield, thereby eliminating the terrorist a millennia before his birth.—“Timelines and Bloodlines” by L. H. Davis The Grand Exam, a gateway to power for one, likely death for all others—its entrants include ambitious nobles, desperate peasants, and Quiet Gate, an old woman with nothing left to lose.—“The Last History” by Samuel Parr You will love this collection of the best new voices in science fiction and fantasy because, as Locus magazine puts it, “Not only is the writing excellent...it is also extremely varied. There’s a lot of hot new talent.” Get it now. |
| defied the laws of physics: Mist of Time - Visitors Chris Randall, 2013-07-02 The story opens on a cold and wintry evening in November 1996. Due to bad weather, self-motivated businesswoman Jacqui Ventura finds herself stranded at her workplace. Whilst contemplating her actions she encounters an unusual stranger. Curiosity and trust leads her to invite the man to take shelter in her office, but as she gets to know him better things are not quite what they appear. The entrancing story presented by the stranger, Zorando, seems unlikely. When Jacqui puts the story to the test she is completely unprepared for the result. Zorando is on a mission from the 34th century to take home Shanovia, who has inexplicably travelled back to the 20th century. Through an ingenious plan activated by Shanovia in the 20th century, Zorando, in the 34th century, finds out where she is and how to get her back. The story is told partly by Zorando and partly by Shanovia who tells her story through a hologram recording that Zorando has brought from his own time. |
| defied the laws of physics: Anthem Ayn Rand, 2021-07-07 About this Edition This 2021-2022 Digital Student Edition of Ayn Rand's Anthem was created for teachers and students receiving free novels from the Ayn Rand Institute, and includes a historic Q&A with Ayn Rand that cannot be found in any other edition of Anthem. In this Q&A from 1979, Rand responds to questions about Anthem sent to her by a high school classroom. About Anthem Anthem is Ayn Rand’s “hymn to man’s ego.” It is the story of one man’s rebellion against a totalitarian, collectivist society. Equality 7-2521 is a young man who yearns to understand “the Science of Things.” But he lives in a bleak, dystopian future where independent thought is a crime and where science and technology have regressed to primitive levels. All expressions of individualism have been suppressed in the world of Anthem; personal possessions are nonexistent, individual preferences are condemned as sinful and romantic love is forbidden. Obedience to the collective is so deeply ingrained that the very word “I” has been erased from the language. In pursuit of his quest for knowledge, Equality 7-2521 struggles to answer the questions that burn within him — questions that ultimately lead him to uncover the mystery behind his society’s downfall and to find the key to a future of freedom and progress. Anthem anticipates the theme of Rand’s first best seller, The Fountainhead, which she stated as “individualism versus collectivism, not in politics, but in man’s soul.” |
| defied the laws of physics: The Jamesburg Shifters Volume 1 - BBW Alpha Werewolf Werebear Paranormal Romance Collection Lynn Red, A steamy, sexy, hilariously seductive collection of paranormal romance novels from USA Today and New York Times best-selling author Lynn Red – together for one low price – that’s sure to make you howl! This collection contains the following novels in the best-selling Jamesburg Shifters series: “To Catch a Wolf” – “Bearing It All” – “Bear with Me” and “Bearly Breathing” -------- “To Catch a Wolf” – Life’s confusing enough for curvy, witty Izzy Deschaine. But when she ends up the apple of alpha wolf Erik Danniken’s eye? Woooo boy, look out! She drives him crazy from the first time he catches a glimpse of her curves, and he’s willing to do anything it takes to make her his... forever! -------- “Bearing It All” – Curvy, carrot-topped Violet Larue is a fox shifter with a goal – she NEEDS to find herself a mate before she goes absolutely nuts. After a series of pie-in-the-face dates, her best friend drags her along to a Saturday night cage fight. Sitting down on the sticky bench, Violet has no idea she’s about to lay eyes on the growly, muscled-up, snarling werebear named Crag – yeah, really – who is gonna make her heart howl! -------- “Bear with Me” – With her sharp tongue and spunky attitude, Lilah Jorgenson’s mind is on anything but men. But, when she clocks in for her night shift at the county lockup, she catches a glimpse of tattooed, gorgeous former-soldier Rex Lee, and her heart skips a beat. As though her life weren’t whacked-out enough, when you throw Rex into the mix? Crazy doesn’t START to describe it. -------- “Bearly Breathing” – Clea Kellen is the owner of Jamesburg's most popular daycare. And on top of that, she’s a lithe, pointy-eared lynx-shifter whose biological clock is tick-tick-ticking away. On a field trip with a gaggle of cubs and kits, everyone is minding their own business when from out of nowhere, a tree cracks, and falls straight on top of Clea’s head. She closes her eyes, thinking she’s done for, but opens them staring at Orion Samuelsson – a shaggy-haired werebear – who just saved her life... and stole her heart. ***THE JAMESBURG SHIFTERS is a series of lighthearted standalone romance novels. Each book has a unique hero and heroine, and a complete storyline. No cliffhangers here!*** *FREE* To Catch A Wolf Bearing It All Bear with Me Bearly Breathing Bear Me Away Bear Your Teeth – in the ON THE GROWL anthology Bearly Hanging On – COMING SOON! |
| defied the laws of physics: The Jade Mage William D. Latoria, 2012-09-21 The Jade Mage is the story of Tartum, a young man desperately seeking to learn the ways of magic. At sixteen-years-old, he knows only rudimentary spells, mostly for performing work, none of the power he seeks. He seeks more power and responsibility from his mentor and renowned magician Isidor. Follow along the beginning of Tartum’s incredible journey as he discovers his fate. |
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1. a. To oppose or resist with boldness and assurance: defied the blockade by sailing straight through it. b. To refuse to submit to or cooperate with: defied the court order by leaving the …
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defy somebody/something to refuse to obey or show respect for somebody in authority, a law, a rule, etc. I wouldn't have dared to defy my teachers. Hundreds of people today defied the ban …
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Synonyms for DEFIED: disobeyed, ignored, violated, mocked, resisted, dismissed, opposed, rejected; Antonyms of DEFIED: followed, obeyed, served, complied (with), submitted (to), …
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A few workers have defied the majority decision and gone into work despite the strike. defy the law The fact that aircraft don't fall out of the sky always seems to me to defy (= act against) the …
DEFIED Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster
The meaning of DEFY is to confront with assured power of resistance : disregard. How to use defy in a sentence.
DEFIED Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com
Defied definition: challenged or resisted boldly or openly; rebelled against.. See examples of DEFIED used in a sentence.
DEFIED | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary
DEFIED definition: past simple and past participle of defy. Learn more.
Defied - definition of defied by The Free Dictionary
1. a. To oppose or resist with boldness and assurance: defied the blockade by sailing straight through it. b. To refuse to submit to or cooperate with: defied the court order by leaving the …
defy verb - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage notes ...
defy somebody/something to refuse to obey or show respect for somebody in authority, a law, a rule, etc. I wouldn't have dared to defy my teachers. Hundreds of people today defied the ban …
defied - WordReference.com Dictionary of English
v.t. to challenge the power of; resist boldly or openly: to defy parental authority. to offer effective resistance to: a fort that defies attack. to challenge (a person) to do something deemed …
What does defied mean? - Definitions.net
Information and translations of defied in the most comprehensive dictionary definitions resource on the web.
defied - Wiktionary, the free dictionary
Jul 20, 2023 · Verb [edit] defied simple past and past participle of defy Categories: English non-lemma forms English verb forms
DEFIED Synonyms: 119 Similar and Opposite Words - Merriam-Webster
Synonyms for DEFIED: disobeyed, ignored, violated, mocked, resisted, dismissed, opposed, rejected; Antonyms of DEFIED: followed, obeyed, served, complied (with), submitted (to), …
DEFY | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary
A few workers have defied the majority decision and gone into work despite the strike. defy the law The fact that aircraft don't fall out of the sky always seems to me to defy (= act against) the …
