Описание: The Nasca Lines are one of the world's great enigmas. Who etched the more than 1,000 animal, human, and geometric figures that cover 400 square miles of barren pampa in southern Peru? How did the makers create lifelike images of monkeys, birds, and spiders without an aerial vantage point from which to view these giant figures that stretch across thousands of square yards? Most puzzling of all, why did the ancient Nasca lay out these lines and images in the desert? These are the questions that pioneering archaeoastronomer Anthony Aveni seeks to answer in this book. Writing for a wide public audience, Aveni begins by establishing the Nasca Lines as a true wonder of the ancient world. He describes how viewers across the centuries have tried to interpret the lines and debunks the wilder theories. Then he vividly recounts his own years of exploration at Nasca in collaboration with other investigators and the discoveries that have answered many of the riddles about who made the Nasca Lines, when, and for what purposes. This fascinating overview of what the leading expert and his colleagues currently understand about the lines is required reading for everyone intrigued by ancient mysteries.
Автор: Nasca Jess Название: Grey and the Garbage Truck ISBN: 069216572X ISBN-13(EAN): 9780692165720 Издательство: Неизвестно Рейтинг: Цена: 2254.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Автор: Leslie-Pelecky, Diandra Название: Physics of Nascar, The ISBN: 0452290228 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780452290228 Издательство: Random House (USA) Рейтинг: Цена: 1471.00 р. Наличие на складе: Нет в наличии.
Описание: A physicist explores the science of speed racing and the #1 spectator sport in America, with 75 million fans. Every NASCAR fan--at one time or another--asks the same question: Why isn't my favorite driver winning? This is your chance to discover how much more there is to NASCAR than "Go fast, turn left and don't crash." If you've ever wondered why racecars don't have mufflers, how "bump drafting" works, or what in the world "Let's go up a pound on the right rear and add half a round of wedge" means, The Physics of NASCAR is for you. In this fast-paced investigation into the adrenaline-pumping world of NASCAR, a physicist with a passion uncovers what happens when the rubber hits the road and 800-horsepower vehicles compete at 190 miles per hour only inches from one another. Diandra Leslie-Pelecky reveals how and why drivers trust the engineering and science their teams literally build around them not only to get them across the finish line in first place, but also to keep them alive. Leslie-Pelecky is a physicist in love with the sport's beauty and power and is uniquely qualified to explain exactly how physics translates into winning races. Based on the author's extensive access to race shops, pit crews, crew chiefs and mechanics, this book traces the life cycle of a race car from behind the scenes at top race shops to the track. The Physics of NASCAR takes readers right into the ultra competitive world of NASCAR, from the champion driver's hot seat behind the detachable steering wheel to the New Zealander nicknamed Kiwi in charge of shocks for the No. 19 car. Diandra Leslie-Pelecky tells her story in terms anyone who drives a car--and maybe occasionally looks under the hood--can understand. How do drivers walk away from serious crashes? How can two cars travel faster together than either car can on its own? How do you dress for a 1800 F gasoline fire? In simple yet detailed, high-octane prose, this is the ultimate thrill ride for armchair speed demons, auto science buffs, and NASCAR fans at every level of interest. Readers, start your engines.
Автор: Woodington, Sheree Hegeman, Arianne Название: Women`s guide to nascar`s 2005 season ISBN: 0790613123 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780790613123 Издательство: Неизвестно Рейтинг: Цена: 1155.00 р. Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ.
Автор: McMinn Ed Название: Daily Devotions for Die-Hard Fans NASCAR ISBN: 0980174937 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780980174939 Издательство: Неизвестно Цена: 2941.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Автор: Edward James Название: NASCAR Top 100: By a Fan, for the Fans ISBN: 1500453862 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781500453862 Издательство: Неизвестно Цена: 2069.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
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