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9781118130353 | 7 lslf edition (John Wiley & Sons Inc, October 30, 2012), cover price $105.20

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Product Description: In Science in World History, James Trefil presents a comprehensive, thematic survey of the history of science from its roots in different cultures around the world through to the present day. He explores crucial milestones in scientific development and at the same time examines the enormous social and intellectual changes they initiated...read more
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9780415782548 | Routledge, January 7, 2012, cover price $115.00 | About this edition: In Science in World History, James Trefil presents a comprehensive, thematic survey of the history of science from its roots in different cultures around the world through to the present day.

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9780415782555 | Routledge, January 7, 2012, cover price $29.95 | About this edition: In Science in World History, James Trefil presents a comprehensive, thematic survey of the history of science from its roots in different cultures around the world through to the present day.

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Product Description: Scientific discoveries are remarkably varied in scope and content-made in the field, on the lab bench, or at the computer, with apparatus as sophisticated as a space-based telescope or as simple as a pencil and paper. But all of the discoveries of science are ultimately disseminated through the written word...read more
By James Trefil (editor)
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9781935551126 | Lightning Source Inc, November 30, 2009, cover price $68.95 | About this edition: Scientific discoveries are remarkably varied in scope and content-made in the field, on the lab bench, or at the computer, with apparatus as sophisticated as a space-based telescope or as simple as a pencil and paper.

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Product Description: Knowledge of the basic ideas and principles of science is fundamental to cultural literacy. But most books on science are often too obscure or too specialized to do the general reader much good.Science Matters is a rare exception-a science book for the general reader that is informative enough to be a popular textbook for introductory courses in high school and college, and yet well-written enough to appeal to general readers uncomfortable with scientific jargon and complicated mathematics...read more
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9780307454584 | Reprint edition (Anchor Books, June 2, 2009), cover price $15.95 | About this edition: Knowledge of the basic ideas and principles of science is fundamental to cultural literacy.

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9780470088715 | John Wiley & Sons Inc, January 9, 2007, cover price $57.95

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9780470088753 | John Wiley & Sons Inc, January 9, 2007, cover price $57.95

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9780470088739 | John Wiley & Sons Inc, January 9, 2007, cover price $55.95

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Product Description: "The Sciences," 4th Edition integrates major concepts from physics, chemistry, astronomy, earth sciences, and biology to help anyone become science-literate. Even readers with little or no science background will find this unique book an indispensable guide to understanding the latest headlines, controversies, and scientific developments...read more
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9780470113462 | 4th edition (John Wiley & Sons Inc, August 25, 2006), cover price $90.90 | About this edition: "The Sciences," 4th Edition integrates major concepts from physics, chemistry, astronomy, earth sciences, and biology to help anyone become science-literate.

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9780470076477 | John Wiley & Sons Inc, July 28, 2006, cover price $39.95

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9780470078938 | John Wiley & Sons Inc, July 28, 2006, cover price $39.95

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9780470077689 | John Wiley & Sons Inc, July 28, 2006, cover price $39.95

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9780618615186 | Student edition (McDougal Littell/Houghton Mifflin, February 28, 2006), cover price $95.92
9789990128031 | Student edition (Houghton Mifflin School, February 28, 2006), cover price $0.02

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9780618615384 | Student edition (McDougal Littell/Houghton Mifflin, February 28, 2006), cover price $90.52
9789990129618 | Houghton Mifflin School, February 28, 2006, cover price $0.02

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Product Description: Science
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9780618615575 | Student edition (McDougal Littell/Houghton Mifflin, February 28, 2006), cover price $95.92 | About this edition: Science

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The author of Are We Unique? introduces his radical approach to the management of the environment, explaining how, by utilizing the power of science and a scientific approach to the environment, we can promote a healthier planet for all species. Reprint. 12,500 first printing.
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9780805072488 | Times Books, May 1, 2004, cover price $26.00 | About this edition: The author introduces his radical approach to the management of the environment, explaining how, by utilizing the power of science and scientific approach to the environment, we can promote a healthier planet for all species.

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9780805078480 | Reprint edition (Owl Books, May 1, 2005), cover price $14.00 | About this edition: The author of Are We Unique?

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9780471753391 | John Wiley & Sons Inc, April 7, 2005, cover price $61.00

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9780471711179 | John Wiley & Sons Inc, February 28, 2005, cover price $42.60

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9780471699514 | 4 pap/pas edition (John Wiley & Sons Inc, September 30, 2004), cover price $105.10

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9780471691792 | John Wiley & Sons Inc, June 24, 2004, cover price $137.75

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Product Description: Get hands-on experience with this Lab Manual! Designed to accompany Trefil’s Physics Matters, this Lab Manual contains 20 different labs covering major topics with common equipment.Written by authors who have vast experience in communicating science to general audiences, Physics Matters conveys the principles of physics in a manner that is understandable to the non-scientist...read more
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9789990173826 | John Wiley & Sons Inc, December 30, 2003, cover price $0.02

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9780471261544 | Lab manual edition (John Wiley & Sons Inc, June 24, 2004), cover price $38.35 | About this edition: Get hands-on experience with this Lab Manual!
9780471428985 | John Wiley & Sons Inc, February 9, 2004, cover price $39.80 | About this edition: From amusement park rides to critical environmental issues such as energy generation-physics affects almost every aspect of our world.

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Product Description: From amusement park rides to critical environmental issues such as energy generation-physics affects almost every aspect of our world. In PHYSICS MATTERS, James Trefil and Robert Hazen examine the fundamental physics principles at work behind the many practical applications that fuel our society and individual lives...read more (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)
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9780471150589 | John Wiley & Sons Inc, January 2, 2004, cover price $142.00 | About this edition: From amusement park rides to critical environmental issues such as energy generation-physics affects almost every aspect of our world.

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An A-to-Z science handbook contains essays on two hundred key principles, from Kepler's laws of planetary motion and Mendel's laws of genetics, to lesser-known laws that explain everything from black holes to sunflower patterns.
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9780618319381 | Houghton Mifflin, April 14, 2003, cover price $35.00 | About this edition: An alphabetically arranged handbook contains essays on two hundred key principles, from Kepler's laws of planetary motion and Mendel's laws of genetics, to lesser-known laws that explain everything from black holes to sunflower patterns.

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Presents a collection of essays by prominent scientists, scholars, and educators on ways to transform science education in the United States and promote a more literate society. (view table of contents)
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9781591020202 | Prometheus Books, October 1, 2002, cover price $29.98 | About this edition: Presents a collection of essays by prominent scientists, scholars, and educators on ways to transform science education in the United States and promote a more literate society.

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Product Description: "The Sciences, 5th Edition" integrates major concepts from physics, chemistry, astronomy, earth sciences, and biology to help anyone become science-literate. Even readers with little or no science background will find this unique book an indispensable guide to understanding the latest headlines, controversies, and scientific developments...read more
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9780470176979 | 5th edition (John Wiley & Sons Inc, December 10, 2007), cover price $133.50 | About this edition: "The Sciences, 5th Edition" integrates major concepts from physics, chemistry, astronomy, earth sciences, and biology to help anyone become science-literate.
9780470039649 | 4th edition (John Wiley & Sons Inc, December 16, 2005), cover price $126.40 | About this edition: The Sciences, 4th Edition integrates major concepts from physics, chemistry, astronomy, earth sciences, and biology to help anyone become science-literate.
9780471471462 | Custom edition (John Wiley & Sons Inc, May 1, 2004), cover price $102.25 | About this edition: The Sciences, 4th Edition integrates major concepts from physics, chemistry, astronomy, earth sciences, and biology to help anyone become science-literate.
9780471371694 | 2 edition (John Wiley & Sons Inc, August 20, 1999), cover price $123.55 | also contains The Sciences: An Integrated Approach | About this edition: The Sciences, 4th Edition integrates major concepts from physics, chemistry, astronomy, earth sciences, and biology to help anyone become science-literate.
9780471358961, titled "Sciences: An Integrated Approach" | 2 sub edition (John Wiley & Sons Inc, June 1, 1999), cover price $90.90 | About this edition: The Sciences, 4th Edition integrates major concepts from physics, chemistry, astronomy, earth sciences, and biology to help anyone become science-literate.

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9780471769927 | 5th edition (John Wiley & Sons Inc, October 30, 2006), cover price $156.20 | About this edition: The Sciences: An Integrated Approach has been used by over 100,000 students nationwide since it was published and is the leading text on the market for the integrated science course.
9780471219637 | 4 sub edition (John Wiley & Sons Inc, July 22, 2003), cover price $156.20 | About this edition: The Sciences, 4th Edition integrates major concepts from physics, chemistry, astronomy, earth sciences, and biology to help anyone become science-literate.
9789990007015 | 4th edition (John Wiley & Sons Inc, July 1, 2003), cover price $0.02 | also contains The Sciences: An Integrated Approach
9780471449188, titled "The Sciences an Integrated Approach" | 4 stg sub edition (John Wiley & Sons Inc, May 1, 2003), cover price $46.90 | About this edition: Work more effectively and gauge your progress along the way!
9780471400950 | 3 signed edition (John Wiley & Sons Inc, November 1, 2000), cover price $39.80 | About this edition: Provides an overview of science fundamentals as they relate to topics such as medical research, technology, the environment, alternative energy sources, and nutrition.
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With more than eight hundred entries on everything from artificial intelligence to satellite technology, this vividly illustrated reference to science and technology explains a wide range of scientific terms, problems, and innovations.
By James Trefil (editor)
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9780395848395 | Houghton Mifflin, July 1, 2000, cover price $50.00 | About this edition: With more than eight hundred entries on everything from artificial intelligence to satellite technology, this vividly illustrated reference to science and technology explains a wide range of scientific terms, problems, and innovations.

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