Carlo Rovelli, a theoretical physicist, presents modern physics in seven short chapters. He begins with Einstein's general relativity and its picture of curved space and time, then covers quantum mechanics, the structure of the cosmos, elementary particles, quantum gravity (his own research area), the role of heat and time, and finally humanity's place in this scientific picture. The writing is brief and reads almost like prose poetry, leaving out mathematics.
An accessible choice for anyone who has wanted to understand what modern physics says without taking a course. It suits curious beginners, busy readers and teenagers, and offers a clear overview of the biggest ideas of the twentieth century in an afternoon.
Outward-looking and clear-cut; an easy read.
Best for readers like The Evidence Seeker. Which reader are you?
- Published
- 2014
- Publisher
- Adelphi
- ISBN
- 9788845929250
- Language
- IT
