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 Science of Time Travel
Posted on Monday, December 28, 2020From H.G. Wells' groundbreaking novel The Time Machine to the campy 1980s Back to the Future movie trilogy, time travel has long been a staple for science fiction wtiters. But what do scientists say about the idea of travelling through time? My feature for National Geographic.
Jupiter and Saturn meet for a rare close encounter
Posted on Monday, December 14, 2020Jupiter and Saturn will appear closer in our sky on Dec. 21 than at any time in 400 years. My report for National Geographic.
How Galileo Blended Science and Art
Posted on Sunday, November 1, 2020We remember Galileo as an astronomer and as one of the leading figures of the scientific revolution -- but he was also trained as an artist, and that training helped shape his understanding of the universe. My feature story was published in the November issue of Astronomy magazine.
A near-miss in Earth orbit
Posted on Thursday, October 15, 2020Two large pieces of space junk have a near-collision -- sparking questions about just how much garbage is up there, and who's keeping track of it. My feature for National Geographic.
Lonely Universe
Posted on Wednesday, September 30, 2020SETI researchers hope to detect signs of intelligent life in the cosmos -- but other scientists suspect we might be in for a rather long wait. My feature for New Scientist.
What is Math?
Posted on Wednesday, September 23, 2020In a viral video, a teenager asked a seemingly-simple question: What, exactly, is math? The question is tougher than it sounds, and has provoked debate among mathematicians and philosophers for hundreds of years. My feature for Smithsonian magazine.
The last explosions before the universe goes dark
Posted on Monday, August 17, 2020Long after the last stars burn out, long after the last black holes evaporate, white dwarfs can still explode in supernova-like blasts. These will be the last explosions -- the last anything, really -- in the universe's history. My report for National Geographic.
Review of The Precipice by Toby Ord
Posted on Friday, July 24, 2020In The Precipice, Toby Ord sees humanity at a crossroads, and examines the many existential risks to our survival. My review for Undark magazine.
One of the brightest comets in decades is passing Earth. Here's how to see it.
Posted on Thursday, July 9, 2020Comet NEOWISE may be the brightest comet for northern hemisphere skywatchers since Hale-Bopp back in 1997. My report for National Geographic.
Fraught Frontier
Posted on Wednesday, July 8, 2020Satellite "constellations" are crowding the skies, causing conflict between astronomers, governments, and businesses. My feature story for SkyNews magazine.
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Dan Falk is an award winning freelance writer and broadcaster specializing in science stories, and was a 2011/12 Knight Science Journalism Fellow at MIT.
St. Martin's Press (USA) / Goose Lane (CAN)
St. Martin's Press (USA) / McClelland & Stewart (CAN)
Arcade (USA) / Penguin (CAN)
