Author: Phin, John
Synopsis:
In 'The Seven Follies of Science [2nd ed.]: A popular account of the most famous scientific impossibilities and the attempts which have been made to solve them. To which is added a small budget of interesting paradoxes, illusions, and marvels', John Phin takes readers on a captivating journey through the most perplexing scientific mysteries of all time. From the enigma of perpetual motion machines to the elusive search for the philosopher's stone, Phin explores the fascinating history of these scientific impossibilities and the tireless efforts made by brilliant minds to unravel their secrets. Alongside these famous follies, the book also presents a collection of mind-bending paradoxes, optical illusions, and astonishing marvels that will leave readers questioning the very nature of reality.
Genres: Non-fiction, Science, History
Themes: Scientific mysteries, Human curiosity, Perseverance, Illusions, Paradoxes
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