Fire Whirls

By:   Ripley Jones
Imprint:   Mystery Ride Philadelphia
Dimensions:   Height: 229mm,  Width: 152mm,  Spine: 17mm
Weight:   413g
ISBN:   9781779612045
ISBN 10:   1779612044
Pages:   308
Publication Date:   01 August 2024
Audience:   General/trade ,  ELT Advanced
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active

Ripley Jones is an unapologetic force in the world of multidisciplinary exploration, with a writing style as fierce as the subjects they tackle. Armed with degrees in mathematics, computer science, and cultural anthropology, Jones has a sharp talent for breaking down complex topics-from abstract algebra to ancient mythology-with wit, precision, and a hefty dose of irreverence. Known for titles like Advanced JavaScript: Async, Await, and Annihilate and Combinatorial Designs: Arrangements That Fucking Work, Jones doesn't sugarcoat anything, believing that readers deserve the raw, unfiltered truth-even if it involves some strong language.But don't let the expletives fool you-Ripley Jones is all about delivering the intellectual goods. Their mathematical prowess shines through in works like Galois Theory: Unlocking Algebra's Biggest Secrets and Ergodic Theory: Math That Goes the Distance, while their fascination with the natural and paranormal worlds is evident in titles like Brinicles: The Icy Fingers of Death and Phantom Voices of the Wichitas. Jones has built a reputation as a fearless thinker, always ready to tackle everything from the spectral realms of haunted mountains to the bleeding-edge realms of quantum computing, such as in Quantum Computing: Not Your Grandma's Algorithms.When not writing, Jones can be found practicing Tuvan throat singing or deep in research on obscure natural phenomena and unsolved mysteries. Their ability to dive headfirst into topics as varied as The Steam-Powered Carriage: The First Automobile and Elwetritsch: Germany's Mythical Bird makes Jones a captivating writer for anyone looking to challenge their mind, all while laughing at the absurdity of the world along the way.Ripley Jones doesn't just teach you new things-they stretch your brain, set it on fire, and then dare you to dive deeper.