From Quarks to Cosmos

by Leon M. Lederman

Book Overview

Particle physicists explore the microworld of the atom; cosmologists study the universe on a large scale. This study follows the merger of these fields as the authors seek to define the theory of... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 071675052X
• ISBN13: 9780716750529
• Release Date: January 1989
• Publisher: Scientific American Library
• Length: 242 Pages
• Weight: 2.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 8.8" x 9.6"

Customer Reviews

Big subject in a small book

As the name of this reference implies, it provides a good review from particle physics to astrophysics, and of significance, relates inner space to outer space. Both theoretical and experimental methods are explored. The classical big-bang theory is clearly discussed, as are its difficulties and the solutions provided by inflation theory.

Extremely clear and easy to read, plus beautiful!

I have read lots of popular science books about particle physics and this is way out in front of the pack! It clarified many things that other authors just assumed the reader could understand. For example, the section on how to build synchrotrons and accelerators and why the devices are shaped the way they are was so clear. Plus the color photographs and drawings make it a lovely book to just browse through. If you love particle physics, or are even just a little intrigued, this book is a must! I intend to reread it sometime.