Reviews for The Science of Shakespeare: A New Look at the Playwright’s Universe

A "lucid history of early Renaissance science" — The National Post

"...a fascinating and wide-ranging exploration of the astronomical knowledge of the era" — The Chronicle-Herald

"Falk takes the reader on an eventful tour through science in the early modern era...It’s an enjoyable read, and will appeal to non-specialists, but nonetheless is based on a comprehensive engagement with the pertinent academic scholarship. The work is well-informed, enthusiastic, and recommended to anyone seeking a new take on the oft-studied Bard." — Chemistry World

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The Idea of Genius

Posted on Tuesday, February 1, 2011

My two-part radio documentary The Idea of Genius airs this month on Ideas on CBC Radio One. Part One airs Monday Feb. 14; Part Two airs Mon. Feb. 21. Ideas begins at 9:05 p.m.

The 4% Universe

Posted on Thursday, January 20, 2011

I review Richard Panek’s latest book, The 4% Universe, in the current issue of New Scientist.

Lunar Eclipse on the Solstice

Posted on Wednesday, December 22, 2010

I had a great view of the rare “solstice day lunar eclipse” on Tuesday morning. I was videotaped for CTV news, and can be seen in CTV’s report on the eclipse.

Einstein Wrote Back

Posted on Tuesday, November 16, 2010

I review John Moffat's new memoir, "Einstein Wrote Back: My Life in Physics" in today's Globe and Mail.

Dance of the Photons

Posted on Wednesday, November 10, 2010

I review Anton Zeilinger's "Dance of the Photons: From Einstein to Quantum Teleportation" for New Scientist magazine.

Alien Notion

Posted on Monday, November 8, 2010

What can an anthropologist say about aliens? In an article in the new issue of The Walrus, I speak with York University anthropologist Kathryn Denning about the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence (SETI).

Jewish without God

Posted on Monday, November 1, 2010

What does it mean to be a Jewish atheist? In a documentary airing this Sunday (Nov. 7) on the CBC Radio program "Tapestry," I explore the idea of maintaining a Jewish identity without believing in God.

Beethoven and Your Brain

Posted on Monday, November 1, 2010

What happens in your brain when you listen to Beethoven? I review "Beethoven and Your Brain," a special concert/lecture by Daniel Levitin and the Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony, for New Scientist's "Culture Lab" website.

Travelling through Time with William Shatner

Posted on Thursday, October 7, 2010

I discuss the science of time travel on William Shatner's "Weird or What" TV series, in an episode that airs across Canada this week on History Television.

The Disappearing Spoon

Posted on Saturday, September 11, 2010

I review Sam Kean's book about the periodic table for the Globe & Mail. In "The Disappearing Spoon," Kean tells the intriguing story of the chemical elements and the remarkable personalities behind them.

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