Collection: Adult Non Fiction - STEM

Statistics has played a leading role in our scientific understanding of the world for centuries, yet we are all familiar with the way statistical claims can be sensationalised, particularly in the media. In the age of big data, as data science becomes established as a discipline, a basic grasp of...

''Artificial Intelligence: An Illustrated History explores the historic origins and current applications of AI in such diverse fields as computing, medicine, popular culture, mythology, and philosophy. Through more than 100 entries, award-winning author Clifford A. Pickover, offers a granular, ye...

Marcus Chown takes us on an unforgettable journey from the recognition of the 'force' of gravity in 1666 to the discovery of gravitational waves in the twenty-first century. And, as we stand on the brink of a seismic revolution in our worldview, he brings us up to speed on the greatest challenge ...

This annual gem continues to take the Australian stargazer on a wondrous journey of the night sky. This book takes a unique approach to explaining and identifying the Sun, Moon, planets and constellations. This is simply the best publication of its type in the world.

The Astronomy Book is an exciting voyage of discovery through the cosmos. Venture from ancient speculations about the nature of the universe, to the mind-boggling theories of recent science, including those of Albert Einstein and Stephen Hawking. Learn about the incredible histories of Halley's c...

What is the nature of space and time? How do we fit within the universe? How does the universe fit within us? There's no better guide through these mind-expanding questions than acclaimed astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson. Tyson brings the universe down to Earth succinctly and clearly, with spar...

Filled with at least 700 colour image, detailed anatomical drawings and spectacular photos taken with the most modern microscope available, the book summarizes the main points of current knowledge in human physiology.

If you ever needed a book to help you explore the wonderful night skies from down under, be it Australia, South America, South Africa or New Zealand, this is it. With hundreds of full colour star charts and maps of the Moon and planets of our Solar System, this book will ensure you get the most o...

Australian muscle cars have a wide and passionate following. With prices climbing to the million dollar mark, they're seen both as weekend toys and a serious investment. Covering Ford, Holden and Chrysler, Aussie Muscle Car Legends celebrates the most iconic cars ever designed, built and sold in ...

Since the publication of the first edition, a number of changes have taken place in the Australian locomotive fleet. Four completely new designs of locomotive have entered service, and new examples of existing types have appeared under new ownership, as well as to existing operators, and some loc...