Jeff Hecht è uno scrittore prolifico specializzato nei campi dei laser, della luce e dell'ottica. Il suo vasto lavoro è apparso su diverse pubblicazioni di spicco, dimostrando la sua abilità nello spiegare concetti scientifici complessi. La scrittura di Hecht offre ai lettori un'esplorazione chiara e acuta del mondo della fotonica.
Young adult introduction to optics and light, including what light is and does, simple optics and how they work, the eye, light sources, light detection and robot vision, infrared and ultraviolet light, Optical instruments, cameras and television, fiber optics, light and life, ray guns and reality.
Exploring the intriguing phenomenon of mass extinction, the book delves into geological evidence and its interpretations, shedding light on species evolution and fossilization. Hecht presents various scientific theories that seek to explain the different instances of extinction, making complex concepts accessible. Through a clear and engaging narrative, the author invites readers to understand the profound implications of these historical events on life as we know it.