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The Light of Alexandria By James Maynard About the Author 
This work is a life-long goal for the author. Ever since first becoming enamored with the Library of Alexandria from the Carl Sagan series “Cosmos,” James Maynard has longed to write an entire book on the subject and how the lives of the scientists involved were shaped by and helped to shape, the world around them. James Maynard has a Bachelor of Science in chemistry and physics, with a minor in history, from Keene State College in New Hampshire. For three years, Maynard wrote “StarWatch,” a weekly newspaper column on astronomy, which was published in New Hampshire and Vermont. He also taught the astronomy study sessions as a student instructor at Keene State College for three semesters and has guest lectured in classrooms and at various events throughout New England. In the beginning of 2005, Maynard edited the second edition of “Phenomenal Physics” by Dr. Russell Harkay, his former faculty advisor. This work, nearly four hundred pages long, is an inquiry-based approach to physics, governing aspects of the science from kinematics to quantum theory, with simple do-it-yourself experiments and over one hundred diagrams. Several notable colleges have adopted or are currently considering adopting the work for use in their introductory physics courses. More information about the book (including how to purchase a copy, or to adopt it in your classroom) can be found at www.phenomenalphysics.com. Currently, Maynard runs his own business, providing web design and author services, along with educational support throughout the state of New Hampshire and beyond. Future planned projects include a possible second and third volumes to this book. The second book would cover the rebirth of science during the Renaissance, beginning with Leonardo Da Vinci and continue (as currently planned) through Charles Darwin (1809 - 1882). The third and final book in the trilogy will likely begin with James Clerk Maxwell (1831–79), who laid the groundwork for modern electrical theory and end in the modern day with such scientists as Brian Greene and Stephen Hawking. James Maynard may be contacted through e-mail at jgmaynard@yahoo.com. Appearances by James Maynard: Book Signing: Nov. 19th 1 pm Earth Treasures, 12 Main St., Keene, NH. Book Reading (excerpts): Dec. 8th 7pm Kay Fox Room Keene Public Library, Keene, NH Talk: Big Government Problems in the Ancient World: June 24th, Rogers Campground, Lancaster, NH © Copyright 2005 James Maynard |
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