The Physics of Christmas

The Physics of Christmas From the Aerodynamics of Reindeer to the Thermodynamics of Turkey

Paperback (01 Nov 1999)

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Publisher's Synopsis

Can reindeer fly? Could scientists clone the perfect Christmas tree? How does Santa manage to deliver presents to an estimated 824 million households in a single night?

These are among the questions explored in an irresistibly witty book that illuminates the cherished rituals, legends, and icons of Christmas from a unique and fascinating perspective: science. 

"Excellent entertainment for the Christmas connoisseurs in your circle." --USA Today

Book information

ISBN: 9780316366953
Publisher: Little, Brown and Company
Imprint: Back Bay Books
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 320
Weight: 354g
Height: 210mm
Width: 124mm
Spine width: 20mm