Why Quark Rhymes with Pork

And Other Scientific Diversions

Book • 2016

Author

N. David Mermin

This book gathers N. David Mermin's columns from Physics Today, along with additional essays, offering humorous and insightful perspectives on various aspects of science and the scientific community.

It covers topics such as the pronunciation of 'quark', the challenges of science libraries, and the quirks of scientific publishing.

Mentioned by

Charlie Wood

Mentioned in 1 episodes

Recommended by Charlie Wood , as it is funnier than any physics book has a right to be.

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