Résultats pour "Air" dans Sciences exactes

The definitive, personal account of the deadliest season in the history of Everest by the acclaimed journalist and author of Into the Wild. Read by the author. Also, hear a Fresh Air interview with Krakauer conducted shortly after his ordeal.

One of Smithsonian Magazine's Ten Best Science Books of 2025 The fascinating, untold story of the air we breathe, the hidden life it contains, and invisible dangers that can turn the world upside down Every day we draw in two thousand gallons of air—and thousands of living things. From the...

His career as a naturalist and broadcaster has spanned nearly five decades and there are very few places on the globe that he has not visited. In this volume of memoirs David tells stories of the people and animals he has met and the places that he has visited. Over the last 25 years he has established himself as the world's leading Natural History programme maker with several landmark BBC series.

The inspiring true story of the first female pilots taking their rightful place in the exciting world of aviation. In 1929, 19 gutsy women blazed out of the darkness by setting out from California in propeller-driven planes, each competing to be the winner of the first female cross-country air race. The hazards were many, from disastrous weather to possible sabotage, but by facing the dangers with skill and determination, the racers thrilled the nation and pioneered a new future for female pilots and women's rights.

"An extraordinary history of the perils and promise of every breath we take" James Nestor, New York Times bestselling author of Breath "Another brilliant work from one of the very best science writers, Air-Borne will leave you agog at the incredible world that floats unseen around us" Ed Yong...

We celebrate distinctive attributes of Creation – its orderly structure, measurable processes – using an elementary analysis of the precision of Earth's systems. Scriptural principle and scientific knowledge are compared at an uncomplicated level to guide the learner to greater knowledge of the Creator.

Feel the change in your bones? From worsening arthritis pain to seasonal depression, discover why millions of people really are "under the weather" and learn science-backed solutions to take control of your health no matter what the forecast. Your body is a living weather station, responding to...

"An extraordinary history of the perils and promise of every breath we take" James Nestor, New York Times bestselling author of Breath "Another brilliant work from one of the very best science writers, Air-Borne will leave you agog at the incredible world that floats unseen around us" Ed Yong...

Experience aviation’s most tense emergencies from the flight deck and discover the crisis management that saves lives. Perfect for a gripping commute, this immersive narrative puts you right in the center of catastrophic structural failures, extreme weather, and split-second decisions at 30...

Discover how a mechanical cooling revolution conquered extreme heat, transforming urban history and modern society. Perfect for your daily commute, this thought-provoking journey explores the invisible infrastructure dictating global wealth, architecture, and survival. Dive deep into an...

A treasury of thirty-seven years of flying and teaching experience in the world's most popular executive aircraft, the Beechcraft King Air. No pilot or owner of a King Air should be without this insightful, educational, illuminating, and fun guide to the proper operation and care of this fine aircraft.

In 100 Years of Air Power and Aviation, Robin Higham, regarded by many as the dean of aviation historians, presents a critical history of British, American, Soviet, German, Italian, French, Japanese, and Israeli aviation. He moves easily from theory to concrete example and back again, in the process discussing the social, economic, and political components of air power, the major wars and police actions in which aircraft have been employed, the composition of air forces, and the creation of aviation industries.

A timely, revelatory first look into the impact climate change has on children—the greatest moral crisis humanity faces today—by a pediatrician in the fastest warming city in America. Wildfires, hurricanes, and heat waves make headlines. But what is happening in Debra Hendrickson’s clinic...

This one-volume anthology provides a comprehensive analysis of the role that air power has played in military conflicts over the past century. Comprising 16 essays penned by a global cadre of leading military experts, A History of Air Warfare chronologically examines the utility of air power from World War I to the second Lebanon war, campaign by campaign.

Uncover the sweeping history of engineering innovation that allowed humanity to finally conquer the brutal summer heat. Perfect for an educational daily commute, this informative journey transports curious listeners from ancient Persian wind catchers to humming modern office towers. We...

**SHORTLISTED FOR THE ROYAL SOCIETY INSIGHT INVESTMENT SCIENCE BOOK PRIZE 2019** 'Read this book and join the effort to terminate air pollution.' Arnold Schwarzenegger Air pollution has become the world's greatest environmental health risk, and science is only beginning to reveal its...

Master the science of weather and climate with this calming, beginner-friendly guide to Earth's invisible ocean of air. Whether you are unwinding at home or powering through your morning commute, this wondrous nature exploration transforms complex meteorology into a stress-free listening...

Ours is the age of global warming. Rising sea levels, extreme weather, forest fires. Dire warnings are everywhere, so why has it taken so long for the crisis to be recognised? Here, for the first time, climate scientist Peter Stott reveals the bitter fight to get international recognition for...

Aliens, ancient mysteries, and the things science can't quite explain. Strange Air is a weekly dive into the unexplained, from lost civilizations to lights in the sky.Some things in this world were never meant to be explained. Strange Air is a podcast for anyone who has ever looked up at the night sky, or back into deep history, and wondered what we're not being told.Each week, hosts Seda and Vartan dig into a different mystery from the past, the present, and somewhere beyond both. UFO encounters and government files. Ancient monuments that shouldn't have been possible. Civilizations that ...

Welcome to "Air Trust," where the gripping themes of power, control, and societal struggle take center stage. This podcast invites listeners into a world where the manipulation of essential resources becomes a tool for domination, exploring the profound implications of wealth and greed on humanity's future. Each episode features a new complete audiobook that delves into dystopian narratives, moral dilemmas, and the fight against tyranny, all anchored by the precarious nature of our most vital resource: air. As characters grapple with the consequences of unchecked ambition and the struggle for ...