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The Elegant Universe: Superstrings, Hidden Dimensions, and the Quest for the Ultimate Theory
Brian Greene
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Description for The Elegant Universe: Superstrings, Hidden Dimensions, and the Quest for the Ultimate Theory
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Brian Greene, one of the world's leading string theorists, peels away layers of mystery to reveal a universe that consists of eleven dimensions, where the fabric of space tears and repairs itself, and all matter—from the smallest quarks to the most gargantuan supernovas—is generated by the vibrations of microscopically tiny loops of energy. The Elegant Universe makes some of the most sophisticated concepts ever contemplated accessible and thoroughly entertaining, bringing us closer than ever to understanding how the universe works.
Brian Greene, one of the world's leading string theorists, peels away layers of mystery to reveal a universe that consists of eleven dimensions, where the fabric of space tears and repairs itself, and all matter—from the smallest quarks to the most gargantuan supernovas—is generated by the vibrations of microscopically tiny loops of energy. The Elegant Universe makes some of the most sophisticated concepts ever contemplated accessible and thoroughly entertaining, bringing us closer than ever to understanding how the universe works.
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
WW Norton & Co
Condition
New
Number of Pages
464
Place of Publication
New York, United States
ISBN
9780393338102
SKU
V9780393338102
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About Brian Greene
Brian Greene is the director of Columbia University’s Center for Theoretical Physics and cofounder of the World Science Festival. Acclaimed for groundbreaking discoveries in superstring theory, he is the author of four best-selling books that have collectively sold more than two million copies worldwide. He lives in New York.
Reviews for The Elegant Universe: Superstrings, Hidden Dimensions, and the Quest for the Ultimate Theory
"Sets a standard that will be hard to beat."
George Johnson - The New York Times Book Review "Compulsively readable. . . . Greene threatens to do for string theory what Stephen Hawking did for black holes."
New York "As rewarding as it gets . . . a thrilling ride through a lovely landscape."
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George Johnson - The New York Times Book Review "Compulsively readable. . . . Greene threatens to do for string theory what Stephen Hawking did for black holes."
New York "As rewarding as it gets . . . a thrilling ride through a lovely landscape."
Los Angeles Times ... Read more