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It's Not Rocket Science

By: Ben Miller
Narrated by: Ben Miller
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Black holes. DNA. The Large Hadron Collider. Ever had that sneaking feeling that you are missing out on some truly spectacular science? You do? Well fear not, for help is at hand.

Ben Miller was working on his Physics PhD at Cambridge when he accidentally became a comedian. But first love runs deep, and he has returned to his roots, to share with you all his favourite bits of science. This is the stuff that you really need to know, not only because it matters, but because it will quite simply amaze and delight you.

"Let me show you another, perhaps less familiar side of Science; her beauty, her seductiveness and her passion. And let's do it quickly, while Maths isn't looking." (Ben Miller)

©2012 Ben Miller (P)2012 Hachette Digital Astronomy Astronomy & Space Science History History & Philosophy Science Funny Black Hole Witty Thought-Provoking Natural History Mathematics

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Excellent throughout, vastly informative and interesting. Thank you to all concerned, especially all of those involved.

Tour de force - a scientific story

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This book is both interesting and entertaining. Ben Miller's passion and interest in the science chosen is obvious and makes it engaging and accessible. His comedy credentials help with the story telling but it is his skill as a science communicator that make this book great. Not research material for particle physicists, but great for anyone with a passing interest!

Good Science, well presented!

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Ben Miller, the dead-pan funny guy on TV, puts his personnal passion into reading his own book.

Mixed with funny ancedotes from his own school, university and show-biz life, he illustratres the plain and simple facts, suppositions and assumptions of the science of the universe, the world and human evolution.

And finally some-one has explained the point and aims of that Large Hadron Colider thing-y in Switzerland, it really isn't rocket science, Hurrah!

A highly entertaining education...

Science for Every-one

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Perfect blend of entertainment and science. Ben Miller's enthusiasm and knowledge shine through. When's the next one out.

Brilliant!

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Was great to have Ben as the author narrating the book. He made it interesting and funny.

Really great book, explains everything very well

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I'm a science graduate of the 70's and found the whole book interesting ( jogging a memory or two) whilst the application of a little humour does wonders to an otherwise dull subject.

Looking forward to his next book with interest - maybe it will be rocket science??

Interesting with humour

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So good ! Loved every bit. Superb! Think I may listen again and again.
Pure delight. Comical, factual, fascinating.
Educational and highly interesting. I'm now a little bit in love with Ben 🙂

FANTASTİC!

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For those with an interest in science, the topics are basic. But very well presented. Funny anecdotes too.

Basic science well presented

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Informative with a comical bent, as you'd expect from Mr Miller. Definitely worth a listen.

A great "read"

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This book is a great introduction to the world of the physical sciences and a bonus as it is read by the author who conveys an abundance of enthusiasm.

Entertaining education!

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