Books with author Frances White

In 1986, Frank White was working on his groundbreaking book, The Overview Effect: Space Exploration and Human Evolution, when he heard the late Tom Wolfe, author of The Right Stuff, say, "The country has never had a philosophy of space exploration." This began a continuing quest to develop a deep understanding of why (and how) humans should explore the universe. The Cosma Hypothesis represents the culmination of White's effort to develop a space philosophy. Following the pattern set in The Overview Effect, the book draws on interviews with astronauts about the ways in which spaceflight shifted their understanding of our relationship with the universe. The Cosma Hypothesis suggests that our purpose in exploring space should transcend focusing on how it will benefit humanity. We should ask how to create a symbiotic relationship with the universe, giving back as much as we take, and spreading life, intelligence, and self-awareness throughout the solar system and beyond.In The Cosma Hypothesis, White argues that developing a philosophy of space exploration and settlement is more than an intellectual exercise: it will powerfully influence policy and practices that are unfolding now, as governments and corporations talk about space tourism, asteroid mining, and cities on Mars.The Cosma Hypothesis is White's contribution to a dialogue that will, it is hoped, become global in scope.

In 1986, Frank White was working on his groundbreaking book, The Overview Effect: Space Exploration and Human Evolution, when he heard the late Tom Wolfe, author of The Right Stuff , say, “The country has never had a philosophy of space exploration.” This began a continuing quest to develop a deep understanding of why (and how) humans should explore the universe. The Cosma Hypothesis represents the culmination of White’s effort to develop a space philosophy. Following the pattern set in The Overview Effect, the book draws on interviews with astronauts about the ways in which spaceflight shifted their understanding of our relationship with the universe. The Cosma Hypothesis suggests that our purpose in exploring space should transcend focusing on how it will benefit humanity. We should ask how to create a symbiotic relationship with the universe giving back as much as we take, and spreading life, intelligence, and self-awareness throughout the solar system and beyond. In The Cosma Hypothesis, White argues that developing a philosophy ofspace exploration and settlement is more than an intellectual exercise: it will powerfully influence policy and practices that are unfolding now, as governments and corporations talk about space tourism, asteroid mining, and cities on Mars. The Cosma Hypothesis is White’s contribution to a dialogue that will, it is hoped, become global in scope.

Quinn Thomas' 8th-grade year is a mess. Her parents are quirky at best. Her father barely notices her, and her mother teeters between anxiously hovering and being ridiculous. To make matters worse, Quinn's older sister is in 11th grade at the same school, and her personality disorder is clearly evident to everyone. On top of that, Quinn finds herself no longer able to carry the weight of a seven-year-old secret and is forced to take a stand, which is ironic, since Quinn can't stand by herself, let alone run away. Told from Quinn's perspective with humor, wit and unsettling transparency, Waiting For Mr. Hyde is a coming of age novel that masterfully captures the true essence of innocence and the devastating consequences of its misuse.

Quinn Thomas' 8th-grade year is a mess. Her parents are quirky at best. Her father barely notices her, and her mother teeters between anxiously hovering and being ridiculous. To make matters worse, Quinn's older sister is in 11th grade at the same school, and her personality disorder is clearly evident to everyone. On top of that, Quinn finds herself no longer able to carry the weight of a seven-year-old secret and is forced to take a stand, which is ironic, since Quinn can't stand by herself, let alone run away. Told from Quinn's perspective with humor, wit and unsettling transparency, Waiting For Mr. Hyde is a coming of age novel that masterfully captures the true essence of innocence and the devastating consequences of its misuse.

This is the story of Nicki Nice the Super Girl who in actuality suffers from ADHD, hyperactivity, and this book explains to children what this behavior really means to them. Clinical terms such as a brain cell called a Neuron is clearly depicted and defined to young children at the cognitive level of their understanding. This book concludes with a happy ending that describes to the children how this neurological dysfunction can be controlled. All of the Nicki Nice books do conclude with happy endings to each topic such as bullying, dyslexia and , as in this book, ADHD. Included in each of the books in the series are pages of information for parents to better understand the challenges of their little angels. Please do visit my website to learn more about these books, franwhiteauthor.com

Bullies do not make me feel very nice and make me want to cry and cry and cry! They are mean and ugly inside. Let me tell you about my bully named Billy. Billy really scares me when he comes to school because he looks at me with scary eyes and shows his sharp teeth that look like a monster’s. Billy pushes me down when no one is looking. I do cry and run away from him. Nicki Nice’s Bully is indeed a narrative of a frightening classmate who is a bully and, as your child may have experienced, Nicki does not understand why Billy acts this way. She does wisely seek the advice of a counselor and teacher and is provided with reasons someone bullies and how this unpleasant experience can be changed.

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