George Johnson, author portrait
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George Johnson

George Johnson writes regularly about science for the New York Times. He has also written for National GeographicSlateDiscoverScientific AmericanWired, and the Atlantic, and his work has been included in The Best American Science Writing. A former Alicia Patterson fellow, he has received awards from PEN and the American Association for the Advancement of Science, and his books were twice finalists for the Royal Society’s book prize. He lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
The Ten Most Beautiful Experiments
A Shortcut Through Time
Strange Beauty

Books

The Ten Most Beautiful Experiments
A Shortcut Through Time
Strange Beauty

Get Inspired! Books for After-School Clubs & Activities

Coordinating after-school clubs and activities in your school community? Explore our collection of books that will help students discover their passion for new (and screen-free!) hobbies. Focusing on topics such as art, board games, crafting, cooking, nature, sports, and more—these books are bound to spark imagination and movement. Browse the middle school and high school

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