How Everything Works. The Laws of Physics in Life

Professor of the University of Virginia, Luis Bloomfield, awarded numerous honors for his research in atomic physics, condensed matter physics, and optics, knows how to communicate
science to a broad audience better than anyone else. As a boy, Bloomfield took apart dozens of objects (most of which he managed to reassemble) and conducted hundreds of chemistry experiments to understand how the laws of science operate in everyday life. As a scientist, he dedicated countless energy and time to making this knowledge accessible to ordinary people. The creator of the famous physics course for humanities students, Bloomfield has been teaching students for over twenty years, appearing on radio and television, while remaining actively engaged in scientific work. His book “How Everything Works” fascinatingly and clearly explains why light bulbs light up, laundry detergent
removes dirt, airplanes fly, iPods play music, and kitchen knives do not break. After reading it, you will think twice before heating food in foil in the microwave or applying makeup under artificial light if you have
a date in the park. But most importantly, you will begin to better navigate not just the modern world but also modern science.