Illuminating World of Light


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Here, a superhero mentor guides the reader through basic science concepts using a graphic novel approach.




Illuminating World of Light with Max Axiom, Super Scientist


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Follows the adventures of Max Axiom as he explains the science behind light. Written in graphic-novel format.










The Illuminating World of Light with Max Axiom, Super Scientist. Emily Sohn


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You never had a science teacher like this! Max Axiom is a super-cool super-scientist. Using powers he acquired in a freak accident, Max demonstrates and explains science in ways never before seen in the classroom. Whether shrinking down to the size of an




The Illumination


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Something strange is going on. All over the world, pain is manifesting itself as light. Cuts and bruises blaze and flash. Arthritic joints glow. Injured troops emit radiant white shards into the desert night. On the news, they're calling it 'The Illumination'. As this breathtaking phenomenon takes holds, a private journal of love notes passes into the keeping of Carol Ann Page, a lonely hospital patient, and from there through the hands of five other people. Each of them will find their lives changed forever over a story which spans decades and continents, a story that shines a spectacular light on the wounds we all bear...




Illuminating Our World: A Comprehensive Guide to Lighting Systems


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Light. It shapes our world, influences our mood, and plays a vital role in our everyday lives. From the gentle glow of a sunrise to the brilliant illumination of a city skyline, lighting systems have become an integral part of our environment, both shaping and responding to our needs. This book delves into the fascinating world of lighting systems, offering a comprehensive exploration of their components, applications, and ongoing advancements. Whether you're an architect, engineer, designer, homeowner, or simply curious about the world around you, this book aims to illuminate the complexities and wonders of these systems. Within these pages, you'll embark on a journey that: Explores the fundamental principles of light and lighting, delving into its scientific, technical, and historical aspects. Examines various types of lighting systems, their components, and their unique characteristics. We'll explore traditional options like incandescent and fluorescent, delve into the world of energy-efficient LED and halogen options, and even touch upon emerging technologies that are shaping the future of lighting. Guides you through the process of selecting and designing lighting systems for various applications. We'll delve into factors like space functionality, desired ambiance, energy efficiency, and regulatory considerations. Unveils the intricate relationship between lighting and human well-being, exploring how lighting choices can impact our mood, productivity, and even our health. This book is not simply a technical manual; it's an invitation to understand the art and science of lighting systems. It's a call to appreciate the power of light in shaping our world and to explore the possibilities it holds for the future. So, turn the page, and let the journey begin!




Exploring the Science of Light


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Ever look at the sky and wonder what makes it so blue? Or watch shadows shrink and grow as the day goes on? Find out the answers to these questions (plus 38 more!) with a book that explores color and light. Shine a Light on Light Itself! From mesmerizing colored shadows to groovy glow-stick dissections, from totally cool laser play to DIY kaleidoscopic reflections, Exploring the Science of Light is a kid-friendly, hands-on discovery guide for investigating light, color, and optics. Brought to you by the world’s most beloved and fun-filled laboratory of all, the Exploratorium in San Francisco.




Cities of Light


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Cities of Light is the first global overview of modern urban illumination, a development that allows human wakefulness to colonize the night, doubling the hours available for purposeful and industrious activities. Urban lighting is undergoing a revolution due to recent developments in lighting technology, and increased focus on sustainability and human-scaled environments. Cities of Light is expansive in coverage, spanning two centuries and touching on developments on six continents, without diluting its central focus on architectural and urban lighting. Covering history, geography, theory, and speculation in urban lighting, readers will have numerous points of entry into the book, finding it easy to navigate for a quick reference and or a coherent narrative if read straight through. With chapters written by respected scholars and highly-regarded contemporary practitioners, this book will delight students and practitioners of architectural and urban history, area and cultural studies, and lighting design professionals and the institutional and municipal authorities they serve. At a moment when the entire world is being reshaped by new lighting technologies and new design attitudes, the longer history of urban lighting remains fragmentary. Cities of Light aims to provide a global framework for historical studies of urban lighting and to offer a new perspective on the fast-moving developments of lighting today.