The Ups and Downs of Physics

“The Webers’ conversational style and accessible explanations make for a solid introduction to [physics] …. This is science made eclectic and entertaining.”—Publishers Weekly“A delight to read, approachable and insightful. The combination of personal, everyday physics conundrums (why am I not getting any cell signal?) and intriguing and unexpected scientific mysteries (how did this shrimp get so loud?!) kept me entertained the entire time and made me appreciate how physics isn’t just equations on a blackboard, it’s the answer to so many everyday questions that delight and bedevil us.”—James Gaines, science journalist“In The Ups and Downs of Physics, Marcus and Judith Weber tap into their vault of amusing anecdotes to show that many quirks of daily life can simply be explained by science. From how to make carrots crispier to why you’re always cycling against the wind, it will leave you with plenty of fun facts to share!”—Eva Amsen, author of Biology: 100 Ideas in 100 Words

Marcus Weber is a physicist and founder of his own science-show entertainment company that has created accessible science programming for television. He studied physics first in Dortmund, Germany and later in Edinburgh, Scotland. He has received a medal for scientific journalism in Germany and three Best Demo Competition prizes from the British Interactive Group.

Judith Weber is a journalist and author who has written many books—some co-authored with her husband Marcus Weber—for adults and children exploring themes that intersect science and entertainment.