Written in an engaging and accessible format, Astronomica is an invaluable reference book. There are comprehensive profils of each of the planets in our Solar System, the dwarf planets, the major stars, and other astronomical bodies. The galaxies - including the Milky Way - are examined. The history of cosmology focuses on the advances that have been made through the centuries, up to the latest in cutting-edge technology. The chapter on space exploration discusses early program development, historical milestones, current ventures, the role of space stations, and the long-distance spacecraft sent out to the far reaches of the Solar System and beyond. Successful sky-watching is covered, with detailed charts of each of the 88 recognized constellations, helpful monthly sky charts, and information on equipment. Discover all you need to know about the cosmos and its fascinating features. Stunning photographs (including dual page fold-outs), detailed charts and illustrations, fact files, and timelines enhance the descriptive and informative text, as Astronomica brings the cosmic world within easy reach

Mapping inter-cultural relationships as they are played out in a remote Aboriginal settlement in Western Australia's Great Sandy Dessert, this book challenges White Australians to reconsider their relationship with indigenous peoples. Unpacking white cultural practices, it explores the extraordinary difficulties which indigenous women face when they attempt to maintain and pass their cultural knowledge, customs, and skills on to their children and youth. From 1999 to 2001, Zohl dé Ishtar lived and worked intimately with a group of thirteen women elders to establish a vibrant intergenerational cultural knowledge transmission program. Through this profound experience Zohl identifies 'Living Culture', the cultural energy which is created when individuals live their culture at its fullest expression enabling them to transform their worlds even when to do so seems impossible. Her profound radical feminist analysis of the socio-cultural context surrounding their indigenous womens initial challenges White attitudes and behaviours and offers a deeper comprehension to those who aspire to be involved in collaborative projects with indigenous peoples. A lyrical and passionate book.

Je bent jong, maar voelt je vaak rusteloos en vol twijfel. De tijd snelt aan je voorbij en iedereen om je heen lijkt succes te hebben, behalve jij. Jij moet nog van alles, je wilt nog van alles, maar je hebt te weinig tijd en te veel keus. Maar is dat eigenlijk wel zo? 

Gechiedenis van de wetenschap, geillustreerd

This volume isolates the cause of continuing disparities not only between blacks and whites, but among blacks as well. Key factors discussed include the current state of the economy and the influence of public policies.

Over leven en werk van Stephen Hawking. Met uitleg over zijn ideeen. 

Alle mensen zijn ongelijk, niet alleen bij DNAonderzoek, maar ook omdat ze een verschillende culturele, religieuze en sociale achtergrond hebben en uiteenlopende normen en waarden hanteren. Op wereldniveau zijn er daarnaast indrukwekkende economische verschillen en gaat het om analfabetisme en kinderen die geen kansen krijgen. liet lijkt Galjaard een uit&, ging wanneer wij in het rijke Westen ongelijkheid als uitgangspunt zouden nemen voor individuele ontplooiing en om ruimte te geven aan anderen