Astronomy, botany, the climate … From the wonder of fireflies to the mysteries of the Big Bang, from magnificent maps of animal migrations to the anatomy of snowflakes, Phenomena‘s superbly rendered infographics and concise texts will help anyone with a curious mind and a thirst for knowledge grasp a broad range of scientific, historical, and cultural concepts.
This highly original encyclopedia covers 124 topics, illuminated by colorful and contemporary illustrations and bolstered by the latest scientific research. Phenomena jumps entertainingly from theme to theme, finding the same sense of wonder in a snail shell as in the formation of a star.
Its broad mix of subjects offers an insightful, visual approach to knowledge of the world around and within us. Like the borders of waves, clouds, and light, the borders of these phenomena shift over the course of the book’s pages, taking readers on a journey across the Earth, into the sky, and beyond.
Reviews
Readers will be intrigued trying to figure out the connection between entries on adjacent pages… The entries are well done. The infographics tell a story, and the narratives enhance it… Recommended for public libraries that embrace serendipity.
— Booklist
Inventive … Phenomena is a cabinet of curiosities, containing things you never even knew you were curious about … The book's most noteworthy feature is its vibrant design, with illustrations both minimal and bold… To call this book fascinating is an understatement.
— BookPage
Contributors
Camille Juzeau
Author
Camille Juzeau is an author and radio documentary producer with a background in history and the philosophy of science.
The Shelf Company
Designed By
The Shelf Company is a graphic design studio working in the fields of arts and sciences.
Étienne Klein
Foreword By
Étienne Klein is a physicist and philosopher of science.
