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The Science of Doctor Who
The Science of Doctor Who
Author: Paul Parsons
ISBN-13: 9780801895609
ISBN-10: 080189560X
Publication Date: 5/28/2010
Pages: 256
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Publisher: The Johns Hopkins University Press
Book Type: Hardcover
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Dex1138 avatar reviewed The Science of Doctor Who on + 26 more book reviews
For the Whovian that's intrigued by science...and let's face it, if you're a Whovian you probably have at least a passing interest in science fact and fiction!
I'm not the biggest Who fan in the world, having only seen the Baker years and keeping up since the relaunch in 2005. Luckily, having seen all the episodes that are referenced throughout the book is not a requirement!
I had a good time reading this book. While in parts it does get a little "into" the real world scientific principles (especially where time travel and things astronomical are concerned), it never gets so bogged down that it gets boring. I felt the author did a great job comparing things from the Whoniverse to advances and ideas in our real world science. There are also comments by other scientist concerning their area of expertise and what it would take to replicate the things seen in Doctor Who in our world.
Now if someone would only this a step further and make grade school level books, I bet a lot of kids would be more open to learning about science using Dr Who (or any other sci-fi property) as a reference point.