Got this book last week and have finished it already. It tackles all the scientific ideas that you really should understand and have opinions on but, frankly, don't, and makes them feel accessible - joyful even. As someone who recently struggled to explain gravity to an eight-year-old niece, it was a revelation to have concepts broken down into such appetising chunks. Thoroughly recommend to anyone who didn't 'choose' science. Should also be required reading for parents so they can enthuse the next generation - the author makes it feel like a total pleasure.
I loved this book and found it really compelling. It's a sweeping epic that brings to life a fascinating moment in time, peopled with interesting, flawed characters that carry you through defining moments in history. I can heartily recommend it.
I've just got this recently and already found some really fantastic recipes. There are some that I wouldn't bother with of course, but I reckon four or five really knock-out recipes in here will become new staples for me. With most recipe books I feel lucky to get one original, interesting (and not too difficult) recipe, so I'm delighted with this.
