Physics for Future Presidents: The Science Behind the Headlines, (Hardcover)

from allenEv

This is the book to read to be informed about the scientific issues that confront Obama. From terrorism to environmental disaster Mr. Muller, a physics professor at UC Berkeley, explains the science behind the headlines and the options that a president will have available to choose from. So far O...

from knitbusy

What information does a president of the United States really need to know to make informed decisions about some of the most important issues we are facing as a nation and as a global community? Richard Muller believes that some of this knowledge should be an understanding of the basic principles...

from brianclegg

Sometimes I see a book title that is so brilliant that I can't help feel (as a writer) 'I wish I'd thought of that.' This is just such a title. It's a brilliant concept - the physics any decent US president really ought to know to be able to make the decisions that face him or her. What's more, ...

from madcurrin

Easily the best non-scientist's science book I have ever read. Accessible, interesting, thought provoking and relevant. Plus a great conceit that never lets up - the author addresses the President right to the very last page. Highly, highly recommended, especially as a follow up to anyone who's r...

from GlennBell

This book covers a variety of topics that include physics and are relevant to politics. Topics included global warming, nuclear power, atomic weapons, conservation, and spying technology. The author appear scientifically knowledgeable and also insightful into the issues. I found the book interest...