Matt Cook Libros

Exploring more than seventy-five well-known paradoxes in mathematics, philosophy, physics, and the social sciences showing how reason and logic can dispel the illusion of contradiction. Paradox is a sophisticated kind of magic trick. A magician's purpose is to create the appearance of impossibility, to pull a rabbit from an empty hat. Yet paradox doesn't require tangibles, like rabbits or hats. Paradox works in the abstract, with words and concepts and symbols, to create the illusion of contradiction. There are no contradictions in reality, but there can appear to be. In Sleight of Mind, Matt Cook and a few collaborators dive deeply into more than 75 paradoxes in mathematics, physics, philosophy, and the social sciences. As each paradox is discussed and resolved, Cook helps readers discover the meaning of knowledge and the proper formation of concepts--and how reason can dispel the illusion of contradiction.

Exploring LGBTQ history beyond London, this book highlights the diverse queer experiences across four English cities from the 1960s to the 2000s. It delves into Brighton's bohemian arts scene, Plymouth's hidden military queer life, Leeds' lesbian activism, and Manchester's dynamic dance and drag culture. Through the lens of local people, places, and politics, the authors reveal how these cities cultivated their own unique and vibrant queer identities, offering a rich alternative narrative to mainstream LGBTQ history in Britain.

The story explores the contrasting paths of Esau and Jacob, focusing on themes of heritage and choices. Esau, the rightful heir, chooses immediate gratification over his birthright, while Jacob is dedicated to continuing his family's legacy. This narrative highlights the significance of values and the consequences of one's decisions on lineage and destiny.

It is 1997. To himself, Benjamin Carter is a thing drifted somehow out of its orbit. With the news that Great Aunt Pearl is dead, his summer is looking like yet another non-starter. There's his summons to the clearance of her ramshackle house. His dad's awkward pep talks. A toxic cocktail of over-zealous aunts and uncles. And then there's the Church of the Holy Heavens - the space cult that's been wooing Pearl for all she's worth.

Having this book in your pocket is just like having a real marque expert by your side. Benefit from the author's years of Mustang ownership, learn how to spot a bad car quickly, and how to assess a promising car like a professional. Get the right car at the right price!

Having this book in your pocket is just like having a real marque expert by your side. Benefit from the author's years of Mustang ownership, learn how to spot a bad car quickly, and how to assess a promising car like a professional. Get the right car at the right price!

Explores and compares the queer dimensions of four English cities - Manchester, Leeds, Plymouth, and Brighton -- .