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If you've always suspected the universe was out to get you . . . you were right! Yes, the universe we live in is cosmically beautiful and mysterious and all that crap. But it's also a bit of an asshole. After all, remember that you are just a group of atoms structured in a specific way for barely long enough to try to understand this thing we call existence. Those atoms could just have easily been used to make the dog shit you're cleaning off your shoe or the mold that grows on your bread! The fact is, when you zoom out to look at the universe and how it functions, you'll see that it's usually not in our favor, and many of the laws of physics are actively working against our survival. In this book, you'll discover why you're an aging mutant; invisible rays are melting our genetic code; literally everything is poisonous; and more true and terrifying scientific facts! But don't worry! While it's true that there are (at least) forty-two grudges to hold against the universe, the good news is that there is also one very good reason to forgive them all and embrace the wild, improbable fact that we are alive (for now) and we should take advantage of it while we can. 42 Reasons to Hate the Universe (And One Reason Not To) is a hilarious, no-holds-barred exploration of all the reasons we shouldn't exist--but somehow do anyway.

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Wade David Fairclough is an Australian author, illustrator, and educator. His work has been nominated for multiple awards, such as the Australian Podcast of the Year-Science and Technology, and has also charted on iTunes Comedy Podcast in Australia, Europe, and North America. He is coauthor of Pranklab: 25 Hilarious Scientific Practical Jokes for Kids. Chris Ferrie is an associate professor at the University of Technology Sydney in Australia, where he researches and lectures on quantum physics, computation, and engineering. He is the author of Quantum Bullsh*t: How to Ruin Your Life with Advice from Quantum Physics and also happens to be the number one bestselling science author for kids. Though those books have decidedly fewer f-bombs. Byrne LaGinestra is a science communicator known for his unique approach to education. He has a diverse body of work, from textbooks and children's books to public presentations and podcasts. Based in Australia, his work has received widespread recognition both nationally and internationally. He has helped teachers, students, and enthusiasts alike learn to love science. Grant Cartwright has narrated over 100 titles across all genres. A regular voice with Audible, Tantor Media, Podium Audio, Bolinda Publishing, and Audioworks, his warm clarity and adept characterizations place him at the top of the industry. With a natural Australian and flawless British accent, Grant is also proficient in American and many European accents. He lives in New York City with his Fiddle Leaf Figs, his bike, and with his neighborhood romance.

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