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Report copyright infringementby Frank Herbert (Author), Brian Herbert (Adapted by), Kevin J. Anderson (Adapted by)A spectacular gift-ready deluxe collector's edition of the first book in the definitive graphic novel adaptation of Dune, the groundbreaking science-fiction classic by Frank Herbert. A national bestseller, Dune: The Graphic Novel, is now available in a deluxe collector's edition with an increased trim size of 7 1/2" x 11 1/4", printed on high-quality matte art paper in a slipcase with gold foil stamping tip-on cover. Dune, Frank Herbert's epic science-fiction masterpiece set in the far future amidst a sprawling feudal interstellar society, tells the story of Paul Atreides as he and his family accept control of the desert planet Arrakis. A stunning blend of adventure and mysticism, environmentalism, and politics, Dune is a powerful, fantastical tale that takes an unprecedented look into our universe, and is transformed by the graphic novel format. In the first volume of a three-book trilogy encompassing the original novel, New York Times bestselling authors Brian Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson's adaptation retains the integrity of the original novel, and Raúl Allén and Patricia Martín's magnificent illustrations, along with cover art by award winner Bill Sienkiewicz, bring the book to life for a new generation of readers. "A much-needed addition to the series started by Frank Herbert decades ago." --The Nerd DailyAuthor BiographyFrank Herbert (1920-1986) was the author of Dune and its five sequels, as well as numerous other highly praised novels. Herbert became internationally famous for his science-fiction novels and was also a newspaper journalist, photographer, short story writer, book reviewer, ecological consultant, and lecturer. His novel Dune is one of the bestselling science-fiction novels of all time, and the series is widely considered the archetype for all science fiction that followed. Dune is the most admired science-fiction novel ever written. Brian Herbert is the son of legendary science-fiction author Frank Herbert and has written the definitive biography of him, Dreamer of Dune, a finalist for the Hugo Award. Brian has also written many highly imaginative novels, including the Timeweb trilogy, the ecological fantasy Ocean (with his wife, Jan), The Little Green Book of Chairman Rahma, The Unborn, and The Assassination of Billy Jeeling. His earlier acclaimed novels include The Stolen Gospels, Sudanna Sudanna, and Sidney's Comet, as well as Man of Two Worlds (written with his father). Brian has collaborated on many novels in the Dune series with Kevin J. Anderson, all of which became international bestsellers, and they also collaborated on the Hellhole trilogy. Brian comanages the legacy of Frank Herbert and is an executive producer of the new motion picture Dune and the TV series Dune: The Sisterhood. He and his wife live in Seattle, Washington. Kevin J. Anderson is an American science-fiction author of more than 50 bestsellers. In addition to his original novels, he has written spin-off novels for Star Wars, StarCraft, and The X-Files, and with Brian Herbert he is the coauthor of the novels in the Dune series. Anderson has also written numerous comic books, including Star Wars and Predator for Dark Horse, Justice Society of America for DC Comics, Starjammers for Marvel, The X-Files for Topps, as well as original titles for IDW and Wildstorm. He currently resides in Colorado with his wife. Raúl Allén grew up in the town of Valladolid, Spain. He graduated with a degree in fine arts from Salamanca University and moved to Boston to study illustration and design. He currently lives in Spain. Allén has worked for Marvel Comics, Valiant, and DC Comics, with writers such as Matt Fraction, Ed Brubaker, Warren Ellis, Jeff Lemire, Matt Kindt, and Peter Milligan. Allén has also worked on more than a hundred covers for Valiant, Image, Boom! Studios, and Penguin. He has also worked for Quentin Tarantino, Playboy, Rolling Stone, the New York Times, Billboard, the Washington Post, and the Wall Street Journal. Allén's work has been exhibited in New York, Boston, Washington, D.C., Rome, Berlin, Stockholm, Buenos Aires, Madrid, and Barcelona. When he is not drawing, Allén directs, shoots, and animates music videos. Patricia Martín is a letterer, comics artist, and illustrator nominated for multiple Harvey Awards. Born in Spain, she always felt the need to communicate either through writing or drawing. Martín began her career in the field of book publishing with companies such as Oxford University Press, El Jinete Azul, and Barbara Fiore Editora, working on lettering and design. Later on she moved to the illustration and comics industry, and for the last four years he has worked on Wonder Woman with Steve Orlando, Bloodshot Reborn with Jeff Lemire, Ninjak with Matt Kindt, and Secret Weapons alongside artist Raúl Allén. Bill Sienkiewicz is an Eisner Award-winning, Emmy-nominated artist best known for revamping the style of comics and graphic novel, most notably with Marvel Comics and DC Comics, earning him an international reputation and cult status across media industries. In 1984, Sienkiewicz was chosen by David Lynch to illustrate the comic book adaptation of his Dune movie for Marvel Comics. Sienkiewicz's work has graced museums and galleries worldwide; advertising campaigns for Nike, MTV, the 2006 Winter Olympics, and Nissan; and magazines such as Entertainment Weekly and Spin. He lives in Los Angeles, California. Number of Pages: 176 Dimensions: 1.18 x 11.89 x 7.95 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: November 09, 2021
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12/5/-1/3 *Staff Favorite! This new plastic Duo looks and feels amazing! Two types of grip to choose from. *Minor variation possible, multiple available. The Destroyer 12/5/-1/3 is a legendary high-speed distance driver built for power throwers seeking long controlled flights. With strong glide and reliable fade it handles headwinds while still producing significant distance. When thrown flat with high speed it shows a touch of turn before finishing with a dependable fade. Many players use it for max-distance drives, flex shots and confident forehands. Advanced players appreciate its torque resistance and ability to maintain stability in wind conditions. Duo plastic is a premium blend designed to balance durability, grip, and visual appeal. It often features two distinct color combinations fused together, creating unique swirls or split patterns that make each disc stand out. The plastic typically feels firm yet slightly tacky, giving players confidence in both backhand and forehand releases. It resists wear well, maintaining flight characteristics over time while still seasoning gradually for workable flights many players enjoy over long periods too.
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A silver tone bypass ring representing our beloved planet Earth and its steady companion, our Moon. The Earth is represented by a gorgeous piece of copper chrysocolla and the moon is represented by simple stunning dendrite opal. Understated but still celestial goodness. A wonderful gift for any nature lover! Size & Materials Ring size: Adjustable size US 6-10, please do so carefully (model is size 7)Stone sizes: 6mm & 10mmMaterials: rhodium plated brass, chrysocolla, dendrite opal Please remember - this piece is created with a natural stone, each different from the next. This means that your piece will vary in appearance from what is pictured, but will be beautifully and uniquely yours. There will be no other exactly like it - just like you.
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Experience the beauty and timeless bond between Earth and it's moon with our Earth and Moon Ear Jacket Earrings. The radiant moon serves as the stud, while the vibrant Earth gently cradles below the earlobe, capturing the harmonious relationship between our planet and its faithful satellite. Perfect for adding a touch of celestial elegance to your look, these earrings are as meaningful as they are striking. They make a great gift for any of the dreamers, stargazers or science lovers in your life! Pairs perfectly with our Earth and Moon Layered Space Necklace! Size & Materials Earring size: 1/2" x 1 1/2" (13 mm x 38 mm)Image sizes: 1/2" (12mm), 1/3" (8mm)Earring style: Stud/Ear JacketMaterials: Stainless Steel, Glass
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Boho fashion taken to a cosmic level...and at the perfect price point! Simple hoops with beautiful colorful jasper beads that represent the Earth and it's Moon. The perfect earrings for the astronomy lover without being too on-the-nose with your love of the cosmos! Available in silver tone or gold tone. Size & Materials Size: 1 1/8" x 1 3/4" (28mm x 34mm)Earring type: hoopMaterial: raw brass, natural jasper Please remember - this piece is created with a natural stone, each different from the next. This means that your piece will vary in appearance from what is pictured, but will be beautifully and uniquely yours. There will be no other exactly like it - just like you.
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Jewelry inspired by the Pale Blue Dot by Carl Sagan is a must-have! You can wear his celestial poetry. A layered necklace with our planet Earth in the larger bezel pendant being orbited by the free flowing moon in a smaller bezel pendant. “Look again at that dot. That's here. That's home. That's us. On it everyone you love, everyone you know, everyone you ever heard of, every human being who ever was, lived out their lives. The aggregate of our joy and suffering, thousands of confident religions, ideologies, and economic doctrines, every hunter and forager, every hero and coward, every creator and destroyer of civilization, every king and peasant, every young couple in love, every mother and father, hopeful child, inventor and explorer, every teacher of morals, every corrupt politician, every "superstar," every "supreme leader," every saint and sinner in the history of our species lived there-on a mote of dust suspended in a Sunbeam." - Carl Sagan Size & Materials Earth Pendant size: 1/2" (14mm)Moon Pendant size: 3/8" (10mm)Chain length: 18" (46cm)Materials: Rhodium plated brass, glass
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Delight in the beauty of the Earth and Moon with this simple statement pair of earrings. Handcrafted with copper chrysocolla and dendrite stones, this timeless duo embodies celestial charm. Show off your unique style and passion for the stars with this beautiful everyday accessory!Pairs perfectly with our Earth and Moon Bypass Ring and Earth and Moon Necklace! Size & Materials Earring Size: 3/8" x 1" (10mm x 24mm)Earring type: French Hook / DangleMaterials: rhodium plated brass, copper chrysocolla, dendrite, stainless steel ear hooksPlease remember - this piece is created with natural stones, each different from the next. This means that your piece will vary in appearance from what is pictured, but will be beautifully and uniquely yours. There will be no other exactly like it - just like you.
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The perfect stocking stuffer gift and what your jean jacket or backpack have been missing! A fun little planetary pin featuring our favorite blue world, Earth. The design of this pin is an original illustration by Lauren Beacham. Want the whole solar system? Click here. You will receive the pin in the first picture. The rest are to show other available designs. Size & Materials Pin size: 1 1/2" (38mm)Materials: Soft enamel, pin
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Inspired by the image "Earthrise" of our beautiful planet taken from the Moon by astronaut Bill Anders on Apollo 8, this ring celebrates that tiny blue dot where all life as we know it exists. Seen for the first time from the vantage point of the Moon's surface, this image shook the world - it established just how very precious we are in the vast dark. Available in silver tone or gold tone. Size & Materials Ring size : adjustable (please do so very carefully)Image size: 1/4" (6mm)Material: rhodium plated brass, glass
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Celebrate the elegance of cosmic motion with our Earth's Orbit Earrings. These striking, large spiral earrings are a mesmerizing representation of Earth's graceful journey around the sun. Each earring features images of both the Earth and Sun. Perfect for those who love bold statement pieces that blend science, art, and celestial beauty. Whether you're stargazing, exploring, or simply making your everyday orbit extraordinary, these earrings are a perfect fit. Size & Materials Earring size: 1 5/8" x 2" (42mm x 50 mm)Image sizes: 5/8" (14mm), 1/3" (8mm)Earring style: StudMaterials: Rhodium plated brass, glass
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Love And Rockets is the seminal, groundbreaking trio of Daniel Ash (vocals and guitar), David J(vocals and bass) and Kevin Haskins (drums). Formed in 1985 after the first split of their band Bauhaus, Love and Rockets provided a clean slate and an opportunity to plumb the depths of imagination and influences. In 1987, Love and Rockets third album, the acoustic leaning Earth, Sun, Moon was released and spawned the college radio hit “No New Tale To Tell”. It was described as “at once gutsy and rootsy yet also rhapsodic and uplifting”. Title: Earth, Sun, Moon Artist: Love And Rockets Format: LP Release Date: 4/28/2023 Label: Beggars Banquet UPC: 607618225117 Genre: Alternative Track List: A1. Mirror People A2. The Light A3. Welcome Tomorrow A4. No New Tale To Tell A5. Here On Earth A6. Lazy B1. Waiting For The Flood B2. Rain Bird B3. The Telephone Is Empty B4. Everybody Wants To Go To Heaven B5. Earth, Sun, Moon B6. Youth Released: 4/28/23 Handling Note: **Please allow an additional 72 hours for this item's shipment.** Format Detail: LP Standard LP Jacket, Black Paper Innersleeve Format: Vinyl Genre: Rock
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Report copyright infringementby Arthur C. Clarke (Author)This "marvelous lunar espionage thriller" by the science fiction grandmaster and author of 2001: A Space Odyssey "packs plenty of punch" (SFReviews.net). Two hundred years after landing on the Moon, mankind has moved further out into the solar system. With permanent settlements now established on the Moon, Venus, and Mars, the inhabitants of these colonies have formed a political alliance called the Federation. On the Moon, a government agent from Earth is tracking a suspected spy at a prominent observatory. His mission is complicated by the rise in tensions between Earth's government and the Federation over access to rare heavy metals. As the agent finds himself locked in a battle for life and death on the eerie, lunar landscape, the larger conflict explodes across space, leaving mankind's future in doubt. First published in 1955, this suspense-filled space opera by the Science Fiction and Fantasy Hall of Fame inductee was a significant forerunner of television hits like Star Trek and The Expanse.Author BiographyOne of the most influential science fiction writers of the twentieth and twenty-first century, Arthur C. Clarke is the author of over one hundred novels, novellas, and short story collections that laid the groundwork for the science fiction genre. Combining scientific knowledge and visionary literary aptitude, Clarke's work explored the implications of major scientific discoveries in astonishingly inventive and mystical settings. Clarke's short stories and novels have won numerous Hugo and Nebula Awards, have been translated into more than thirty languages, and have sold millions of copies worldwide. Several of his books, including 2001: A Space Odyssey and 2010: Odyssey II, have been adapted into films that still stand as classic examples of the genre. Without a doubt, Arthur C. Clarke's is one of the most important voices in contemporary science fiction literature. Number of Pages: 116 Dimensions: 0.28 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: October 04, 2022
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3/3/0/1 *First time having the Atom in Eclipse plastic! The MVP Atom is a reliable, straight-flying putter designed for consistent performance in both putting and approach shots. With a slightly deeper profile and beadless rim, it offers a comfortable grip for players of all skill levels. The Atom excels in holding the line, whether thrown with minimal power for touch shots or with more force for longer, laser-straight approaches. Its predictable stability and smooth release make it a go-to putter for clean, accurate throws on the green or off the tee. Eclipse 2.0 is an updated version of the Eclipse plastic. Eclipse Glow plastic has an awesome feel in the hand, fairly smooth and reflective, yet grippy. It is a stiffer plastic, and is the most overstable that Axiom produces. This is the Number 1 Glow in all of disc golf, as it stays charged and shines brighter than anything else on the market!
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The ED80 Essential Series Air-Spaced Triplet Refractor is a true apochromatic telescope that reveals celestial wonders like the desolate beauty of the lunar terrain, the serene structure of Saturn’s rings or the brightest deep sky treasures of the Messier catalog. This package includes the Explore Scientific 0.8x Focal Reducer and the ES-iEXOS-100-02 go to tracker mount and two extra counterweights. Offering true diffraction-limited optics with genuine HOYA FCD1 ED glass, the ED80 is the perfect size to encourage spontaneous stargazing sessions, this high-quality telescope is a perfect grab-and-go instrument for exploring the skies. Featuring an air-spaced triplet optical design that virtually eliminates chromatic aberrations, this telescope generates brilliant high-contrast images by combining genuine HOYA extra-low dispersion (ED) glass and proprietary EMD enhanced multi-layer deposition coatings on all optical surfaces. Although it is a standout telescope on its own, the 80mm also is compact enough to mount on a larger telescope, which can add versatility to your astrophotography experience by separating the guiding and imaging duties. The telescope tube's outside diameter is 91 mm. Explore Scientific 2" rack-and-pinion focuser comes with 2 extension tubes. Explore Scientific Hybrid Finder Scope Base installed on scope. (Finder scope not included.) Explore Scientific 0.8x Focal Reducer The NEW Explore Scientific 0.8x Focal Reducer lets astrophotographers explore the wonders of wide-field astrophotography in an easy-to-use package. The 0.8x Focal Reducer works with the following Explore Scientific telescopes: ES-ED0806-02 ES-ED10207-02 FCD100-0806-02 FCD100-10207-02 FCD100-10207-CF-01 The 2-element 0.8x focal reducer turns the 480-mm-focal-length telescopes into devices with a focal length of 384 mm. This changes the telescopes from an f/ratio of f/6 to a much faster f/4.8. The device turns the 102 mm telescopes, with a focal length of 714 mm, into telescopes with a focal length of 571 mm: From f/7 to f/5.6. Compare this with smaller diameter wide-field telescopes. The Explore Scientific ES and FCD100 80mm telescopes offer significantly more light-gathering aperture. The ES and FCD100 telescopes gather: 1.3 times more light than a 70 mm telescope 1.8 times more light than a 60 mm telescope A whopping 2.6 times more light than a 50 mm telescope The faster f/ratio, coupled with more light-gathering aperture, allows more light to fall onto the camera sensor. For instance, to capture the same amount of light as a 100-second exposure with the Explore Scientific 80 mm takes 256 seconds on a 50 mm, 178 seconds on a 60 mm, and 131 sec on 70 mm – assuming the same f/ratio. This means that the Explore Scientific 80mm telescope with the 0.8x Focal Reducer can capture far more detail faster than the competition. The focal reducer, which has 55 mm (+/- 2 mm) of back spacing, is threaded to accept a standard 42 mm T-ring, making attaching a camera easy. iEXOS-100-2 PMC-Eight Equatorial Tracker System with WiFi and Bluetooth® The iEXOS-100 PMC-Eight™ Equatorial Tracker System is a complete astronomical computerized Wifi or Wired GOTO Equatorial Tracker with integrated PMC-Eight™ electronics suitable for attaching Small Telescopes or DSLR Cameras attached to the Explore Scientific DSLR Camera Dovetail Assembly. Use with the free ExploreStars App for Tablets (Windows, Android, Amazon and Apple), or with the free ASCOM Standards Compliant PMC-Eight™ ASCOM driver and the ASCOM POTH Client from Explore Scientific (either wired or wireless) to work with virtually any sky software that supports ASCOM. Tablet or computer must be purchased separately. The iEXOS-100 utilizes a proven German equatorial mount design and Explore Scientific’s revolutionary PMC-Eight™ Precision Motion Control system to flawlessly navigate the night sky and track objects as they journey across it. This combination provides superior observing and imaging performance without a prohibitive price tag. GOTO systems play an important role in the world of amateur astronomy because they ensure users spend less time searching for particular objects and more time observing and imaging. The PMC-Eight™ with its versatile connections supported with free to download apps for Windows computers or Android and iOS tablets only (tablets must have a screen of at least 7 inches), or through the free to download ASCOM PMC-Eight™ driver and POTH Client to connect to your favorite ASCOM Compliant Astronomical Software, can allow you to control the telescope from a few feet away or by communicating computer-to-computer with an Internet connection from virtually anywhere in the world. One of the standout features of the iEXOS-100 system is its German equatorial design. When it comes to tracking the stars with a telescope, there is nothing that compares to a German Equatorial Mount (GEM) because it will precisely follow objects as they rise in the east and set in the west. For observers, a GEM makes it easy to keep your celestial target in your eyepiece. For imagers, it helps you avoid common astrophotography pitfalls like field rotation. Before you can track an object, you need to find it, and that objective can be daunting when you’re faced with a vast expanse of inky black sky or a bright city sky. The iEXOS-100 puts a powerful GOTO system in your arsenal of astronomical tools that takes the frustration out of navigating the night sky. This integrated version of Explore Scientific’s PMC-Eight™ system transcends the industry standard single processor by utilizing an 8-core microcontroller with eight CPUs that operate independently of one another to focus on defined functions. This delegation of tasks among the processors results in a system that offers superior responsiveness, efficiency, reliability and astoundingly fast timing intervals for smooth image acquisition and accurate tracking. Although it is internally complex, the GOTO system can be easily operated from your own Apple, Android or Windows tablet using the ExploreStars app, which has an intuitive nature that makes it simple and quick to align your telescope, navigate the stars and learn specifics about tens of thousands of celestial objects. This dynamic app is fueled by a database that is routinely updated to ensure it remains a relevant resource. Our commitment to creating a streamlined GOTO mount is obvious in other design choices. The iEXOS-100 has smooth locking clutches that will let you quickly reposition your telescope from one side to the other and an altitude knob for smooth height adjustments. The mount base includes a small polar alignment tunnel that allows users to roughly align their observing setup with Polaris. It also has a simple bubble level that comes in handy when stabilizing your tripod. Other features include a bracket for holding the battery pack, which powers the PMC-Eight™ system through 8 C batteries (not included); two 1 kg counterweights for balancing (telescopes and accessories that weigh more than 6 lbs required additional counterweights); and glow-in-the-dark markers on certain points of the mount and tripod so you can stay oriented with your setup at night. The mount is designed to hold up to 19 lbs (scope, accessories, and counterweights added together). The mount weighs 9.45 pounds (4.29 kg), while the lightweight Travel Tripod and accessory tray weighs 5.5 pounds (2.5 kg). The Travel Tripod, when collapsed is 27.25 inches (69.21 cm) tall.
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5/4/-1/1 *SuperColor Buzzz designed by the amazing Brian Allen! The Buzzz (3 z’s) is one of the most popular midrange discs in the world. This consistent, reliable, and stable disc will perform exactly how you want it to. With powerful throws the Buzzz will hold any line you put on it. With light, level throws, it will fade slightly. This super popular disc can be purchased in all of Discraft's plastics, including Glo and Titanium. In Pro-D plastic it has a stability rating of 0. In all other plastic blends this disc is slightly overstable with a Discraft rating of .5. Discraft Supercolor plastic creates arguably the best looking golf discs on the market. This plastic blend is slightly softer and less durable than traditional Z plastic. It is ESP Plastic with dyed images on it.
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5/4/-1/1 *SuperColor Buzzz with the Starship Buzzz Bee surrounded with Fire!! The Buzzz (3 z’s) is one of the most popular midrange discs in the world. This consistent, reliable, and stable disc will perform exactly how you want it to. With powerful throws the Buzzz will hold any line you put on it. With light, level throws, it will fade slightly. This super popular disc can be purchased in all of Discraft's plastics, including Glo and Titanium. In Pro-D plastic it has a stability rating of 0. In all other plastic blends this disc is slightly overstable with a Discraft rating of .5. Discraft Supercolor plastic creates arguably the best looking golf discs on the market. This plastic blend is slightly softer and less durable than traditional Z plastic. It is ESP Plastic with dyed images on it.
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5/4/-1/1 *SuperColor Buzzz with the Starship Moon Buzzz Bee!! The Buzzz (3 z’s) is one of the most popular midrange discs in the world. This consistent, reliable, and stable disc will perform exactly how you want it to. With powerful throws the Buzzz will hold any line you put on it. With light, level throws, it will fade slightly. This super popular disc can be purchased in all of Discraft's plastics, including Glo and Titanium. In Pro-D plastic it has a stability rating of 0. In all other plastic blends this disc is slightly overstable with a Discraft rating of .5. Discraft Supercolor plastic creates arguably the best looking golf discs on the market. This plastic blend is slightly softer and less durable than traditional Z plastic. It is ESP Plastic with dyed images on it.
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Our Essential T-shirt is the perfect blend of comfort and style for toddlers and kids. Made from ultra-soft, breathable bamboo, it’s gentle on sensitive skin while keeping little ones cool all day. With a sleek, modern design that pairs effortlessly with any outfit, this lightweight, moisture-wicking staple is a must-have for play and everyday wear!
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Discover the wonders of the cosmos with the ExploreOne CF400 70mm Telescope. Featuring a vivid blue carbon fiber wrap and a generous 70mm aperture, this rich field refractor is perfect for capturing sharp views of the Moon, planets, and bright deep-sky objects. The smooth pan-handle AZ mount makes it easy to track celestial sights, while the tabletop design offers stable and convenient setup anywhere. Whether scanning lunar craters or exploring star clusters, the CF400 offers a visually stunning and user-friendly stargazing experience.
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Item Number RAC1001CM3000 Mounting type Wall Mount Dimensions 24.7 x 24.7 x 4.7 cm Alarm clock No Battery (1) AA Battery Weight 830 Grams German silent movement and components, high sensitivity and precision Radio-controlled time via WWVB in the United States, Canada and Mexico Flat glass cover for perfect viewing and easy cleaning Diameter 25 cm
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Exploring The Solar System - 200-Piece Puzzle This colorful puzzle measures 13" x 19" (33 x 48 cm) completed. This look into the vast solar system is sure to educate and inspire your child. Highlights: ✨ Educational and Inspiring ✨ Precision-Cut Pieces: Ensuring a snug fit and hours of relaxing enjoyment ✨ Premium Quality: Crafted with premium blueboard and a linen finish for a durable, glare-free experience ✨ Eco-Friendly: Manufactured using recycled and responsibly sourced materials ✨ Made from recycled board and printed with vegetable based ink
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Report copyright infringementby Roger Penrose (Author)Nobel Prize-winning physicist Roger Penrose questions some of the most fashionable ideas in physics today, including string theory What can fashionable ideas, blind faith, or pure fantasy possibly have to do with the scientific quest to understand the universe? Surely, theoretical physicists are immune to mere trends, dogmatic beliefs, or flights of fancy? In fact, acclaimed physicist and bestselling author Roger Penrose argues that researchers working at the extreme frontiers of physics are just as susceptible to these forces as anyone else. In this provocative book, he argues that fashion, faith, and fantasy, while sometimes productive and even essential in physics, may be leading today's researchers astray in three of the field's most important areas--string theory, quantum mechanics, and cosmology. Arguing that string theory has veered away from physical reality by positing six extra hidden dimensions, Penrose cautions that the fashionable nature of a theory can cloud our judgment of its plausibility. In the case of quantum mechanics, its stunning success in explaining the atomic universe has led to an uncritical faith that it must also apply to reasonably massive objects, and Penrose responds by suggesting possible changes in quantum theory. Turning to cosmology, he argues that most of the current fantastical ideas about the origins of the universe cannot be true, but that an even wilder reality may lie behind them. Finally, Penrose describes how fashion, faith, and fantasy have ironically also shaped his own work, from twistor theory, a possible alternative to string theory that is beginning to acquire a fashionable status, to "conformal cyclic cosmology," an idea so fantastic that it could be called "conformal crazy cosmology." The result is an important critique of some of the most significant developments in physics today from one of its most eminent figures.Back Jacket"This gem of a book is vintage Roger Penrose: eloquently argued and deeply original on every page. His perspective on the present crisis and future promise of physics and cosmology provides an important corrective to fashionable thinking at this crucial moment in science. This book deserves the widest possible hearing among specialists and the public alike."--Lee Smolin, author of Time Reborn: From the Crisis in Physics to the Future of the UniverseAuthor BiographyRoger Penrose, one the world's foremost theoretical physicists, has won numerous prizes, including the Nobel Prize and the Albert Einstein Medal, for his fundamental contributions to general relativity and cosmology. He is the bestselling author, with Stephen Hawking, of The Nature of Space and Time (Princeton). Penrose's other books include Cycles of Time: An Extraordinary New View of the Universe and The Road to Reality: A Complete Guide to the Laws of the Universe (both Vintage). He is the Rouse Ball Professor of Mathematics Emeritus at the University of Oxford and lives in Oxford, England. Number of Pages: 520 Dimensions: 1.6 x 8 x 5.2 IN Publication Date: September 05, 2017
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Report copyright infringementby Isaac Asimov (Author)The second of two prequel novels in Isaac Asimov's classic science-fiction masterpiece, the Foundation seriesTHE EPIC SAGA THAT INSPIRED THE APPLE TV+ SERIES FOUNDATIONAs Hari Seldon struggles to perfect his revolutionary theory of psychohistory and ensure a place for humanity among the stars, the great Galactic Empire totters on the brink of apocalyptic collapse. Caught in the maelstrom are Seldon and all he holds dear, pawns in the struggle for dominance. Whoever can control Seldon will control psychohistory--and with it the future of the Galaxy. Among those seeking to turn psychohistory into the greatest weapon known to man are a populist political demagogue, the weak-willed Emperor Cleon I, and a ruthless militaristic general. In his last act of service to humankind, Hari Seldon must somehow save his life's work from their grasp as he searches for its true heirs--a search that begins with his own granddaughter and the dream of a new Foundation.Author BiographyIsaac Asimov began his Foundation Series at the age of twenty-one, not realizing that it would one day be considered a cornerstone of science fiction. During his legendary career, Asimov penned pver 470 books on subjects ranging from science to Shakespeare to history, though he was most loved for his award-winning science fiction sagas, which include the Robot, Empire, and Foundation series. Named a Grand Master of Science Fiction by the Science Fiction Writers of America, Asimov entertained and educated readers of all ages for close to five decasdes. He died, at age of seventy-two, in April 1992. Number of Pages: 384 Dimensions: 0.9 x 8.2 x 5.4 IN Publication Date: December 15, 2020 Accelerated Reader: Quiz Name: Forward the Foundation Interest Level: Upper Grades, 9-12 Reading Level: 6 Point Value: 19
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Report copyright infringementby Isaac Asimov (Author)The original trilogy of Isaac Asimov's bestselling science fiction masterpiece, the Foundation series, in a striking boxed set package THE EPIC SAGA THAT INSPIRED THE APPLE TV+ SERIES FOUNDATION - Nominated as one of America's best-loved series by PBS's The Great American Read For twelve thousand years the Galactic Empire has ruled supreme. Now it is dying. But only Hari Seldon, creator of the revolutionary science of psychohistory, can see into the future--to a dark age of ignorance, barbarism, and warfare that will last thirty thousand years. To preserve knowledge and save humankind, Seldon gathers the best minds in the Empire--both scientists and scholars--and brings them to a bleak planet at the edge of the galaxy to serve as a beacon of hope for future generations. He calls his sanctuary the Foundation. Collected in this boxed set, Foundation, Foundation and Empire, and Second Foundation form the celebrated original trilogy that started it all. One of the most influential in the history of science fiction, the Foundation series is celebrated for its unique blend of breathtaking action, daring ideas, and extensive worldbuilding. Here, Asimov has written a timely and timeless saga of the best--and worst--that lies in humanity, and the power of even a few courageous souls to shine a light in a universe of darkness.Author BiographyIsaac Asimov began his Foundation series at the age of twenty-one, not realizing that it would one day be considered a cornerstone of science fiction. During his legendary career, Asimov penned over 470 books on subjects ranging from science to Shakespeare to history, though he was most loved for his award-winning science fiction sagas, which include the Robot, Galactic Empire, and Foundation series. Named a Grand Master of Science Fiction by the Science Fiction Writers of America, Asimov entertained and educated readers of all ages for close to five decades. He died in 1992. Number of Pages: 816 Dimensions: 1.9 x 8.4 x 5.6 IN Publication Date: June 07, 2022
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