Rebel Ideas, How To and What If? 3 Books Collection Set by Randall Munroe & Matthew Syed

Dive into a thought-provoking three-book collection that blends science, practical curiosity, and bold thinking. Titles in this Set: What If?, How To, Rebel Ideas. Condition: BRAND NEW. Format: Paperback. ISBN: 9780678468326. This paperback edition bundles the signature humor and rigor of Randall Munroe with Matthew Syed’s compelling case for cognitive diversity, making it a perfect gift set for curious readers, parents, teachers, and book lovers seeking insightful conversation starters and engaging ideas.

What If?

What If?: Serious Scientific Answers to Absurd Hypothetical Questions by Randall Munroe. Millions visit xkcd.com each week to read Munroe’s iconic webcomic. Fans ask him a lot of strange questions: How fast can you hit a speed bump, driving, and live? When (if ever) did the sun go down on the British Empire? When will Facebook contain more profiles of dead people than living? How many humans would a T. rex rampaging through New York need to eat a day? In pursuit of answers, Munroe runs computer simulations, pores over stacks of declassified military research memos, solves differential equations and consults nuclear reactor operators. His responses are masterpieces of clarity and hilarity, complemented by comics. They often predict dramatic outcomes—up to the complete annihilation of humankind or, at least, a really big explosion.

How To

How To: Absurd Scientific Advice for Common Real-World Problems by Randall Munroe. The world's most entertaining and useless self-help guide, from the brilliant mind behind the wildly popular webcomic xkcd. For any task you might want to do, there’s a right way, a wrong way, and a way so monumentally bad that no one would ever try it. How To is a playful, provocative guide to the third kind of approach, filled with highly impractical advice for everything from landing a plane to digging a hole. It’s the perfect bookshelf companion for readers who enjoy curiosity with a wink and a nod to science.

Rebel Ideas

Rebel Ideas: The Power of Thinking Differently by Matthew Syed. Rebel Ideas examines the power of cognitive diversity—the ability to think differently about the world around us. It explains how to harness our unique perspectives, pool our collective intelligence and tackle the greatest challenges of our age—from climate change to terrorism. Drawing on a dazzling range of case studies, it includes insights into the CIA’s pre-9/11 missteps, a fatal communication breakdown on top of Mount Everest, and a moving story of deradicalisation in America’s Deep South. This is more than a book; it’s a proven framework for inclusive problem-solving that resonates in classrooms, workplaces, and homes alike.

• Three engaging reads that blend science, strategy, and psychology in accessible, entertaining ways.
• Ideal for classrooms, family reading, and thoughtful gift-giving—the perfect book collection for curious minds.
• Paperback edition with trusted author voices from Randall Munroe and Matthew Syed, acclaimed for clear explanations and compelling storytelling.
• Great for starting conversations about science, decision making, and teamwork.
• A timeless keepsake for personal libraries and a thoughtful gift set for learners of all ages.

Whether you’re shopping for a budding scientist, a thoughtful educator, or a friend who loves big ideas, this three-book collection delivers insights, humor, and practical wisdom that stand the test of time. It’s the perfect gift set for curious minds, a sturdy addition to any book collection, and a reliable resource for sparking meaningful discussions at home or in the classroom.