Central Library, IISER Berhampur

Universe in a nutshell

Hawking, Stephen

Universe in a nutshell - 1st ed. - London : Bantam Books, c2001. - viii,216p. : ill. (col.) ; 26 cm.

Includes index.

The book takes readers on a journey through the universe. Understand its theoretical physics concepts and its secrets. The author helps us get a sneak peek into the world of string theories and quantum physics. He explores the many possible ways of finding a theory of everything that will eventually reveal all the secrets of the cosmos and give us an explanation of how everything works. It explores the idea of merging Einstein’s Theory of Relativity with the idea of many histories that could bring about an explanation of the aspects of the universe and the way it functions. Hawking explains the possibility that the universe we live in today was probably just a tiny invisible dot of concentrated energy. The book is filled with colorful illustrations and reveals many amusing facets of the universe that make it an enjoyable read for all science lovers.

9780593048153 (hbk.) INR 599.00 = Science


Quantum physics
Cosmology

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