Electric life : the hidden radiance of everything

Book

Electric life : the hidden radiance of everything / written by Sander Funneman ; art by Peter Brouwers ; color by Hilary Sycamore & Peter Brouwers.

Funneman, Sander, (author.). Brouwers, Peter, 1964- (artist,, colorist.). Sycamore, Hilary, (colorist.).

Summary:

"From subatomic particles to the solar system we're all part of, electromagnetic forces have long formed the building blocks of reality as we know it. Yet the full extent of their impact is only just beginning to come to light. Electric Life invites readers on a breathtaking journey into this unseen world, revealing how electricity and magnetism affect not only us humans but also our planet and the universe at large: How does lightning influence communication among fish? Can plant electricity be translated into music? Do Earth and the sun charge the moon like a solar battery? Does your heart's magnetic field surround your entire body? Can the electrical properties of microbes be used to heal our bodies or even reverse environmental damage? With a fresh perspective and an accessible tone, Electric Life breaks down recent scientific advances and emerging technologies to answer these questions and more. Sander Funneman brings his many years of research to bear to create a cohesive and essentially hopeful look at the interconnectedness of life, complemented by the clarity and humor of Peter Brouwers's spectacular illustrations. Together, they challenge readers to take a closer look at this incredible electrical world we are all part of" -- Jacket flap.

Record details

ISBN: 9781250868404
ISBN: 1250868408
Physical Description: 269 pages : chiefly color illustrations ; 24 cm
Edition: First edition.
Publisher: New York, NY : 23rd St., 2025.
Copyright: ©2025

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:: Includes bibliographical references.
Formatted Contents Note:: Introduction -- Insects -- Microbes -- Lightning -- Plants -- Cosmos -- Ecosystem -- Humans -- Future.