What Are the Best Science Books to Get for Christmas?

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The discussion centers around selecting science books for a Christmas gift with a budget of $200. The original poster has compiled a list of books, including "The Elements," "A Brief History of Time," and various "Homework Helpers" in physics, chemistry, and calculus. They seek recommendations for additional worthwhile reads or alternatives to their selections. A notable suggestion is "The Feynman Lectures on Physics," which is emphasized as essential reading, along with "Feynman's Six Easy Pieces" for those seeking a more accessible introduction. The conversation highlights the importance of visual and engaging content in science literature, as exemplified by DK Books on various scientific topics.
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Hello, I'm new to these forums and not 100% sure of where this type of thread would go.

I have decided that this year, for Christmas, I would be getting a bunch of books on science :cool:. I got up to $200 dollars to spend, including shipping, and want to know if there are any books that would be worthwhile reading besides the ones I have picked out.
Also, I'd love to know if there are any books better than the ones I have picked out. :)

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Good books or better books than the ones I have picked out, $200 limit.



Here is the list of books :D. :
The Elements: A Visual Exploration of Every Known Atom in the Universe [Hardcover]
A Brief History of Time (Hardcover)
Homework Helpers: Physics (Homework Helpers (Career Press)) [Paperback]
The Human Body Book (Book & DVD) [Hardcover]
The Human Brain Book [Hardcover]
Homework Helpers Chemistry book
Homework Helpers: Calculus (Homework Helpers) [Paperback]
 
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consider DK Books:
- Universe
- Earth
- Ocean
- Prehistoric Life
- Science
...

lots of insightful pictures and commentary

Here's a link to the DK Science on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/0756689015/?tag=pfamazon01-20

some of the others are listed on this page under "Customers Who Bought This Item Also Bought"
 
The Feynman Lectures on Physics are a requirement and if you aren't up for the challenge you can get Feynman's Six Easy Pieces and Six Not So Easy Pieces (I got this because I already have the Feynman lectures).
 
Kevin_Axion said:
The Feynman Lectures on Physics are a requirement

That was going to be my suggestion.
 
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