Physics: The Ultimate Adventure

By Pier Paolo Delsanto, Ross Barrett, Angelo Tartaglia

Book Overview

This book explains - in simple terms and with almost no mathematics - the physics behind recent and glamorous discoveries in Cosmology, Quantum Mechanics, Elementary Particles (e.g. Higgs bosons) and Complexity Theory. En route it delves into the historical landmarks and revolutions that brought about our current understanding of the universe.

The book is written mainly for those with little scientific background, both college students and lay readers alike, who are curious about the world of modern physics. Unsolved problems are highlighted and the philosophical implications of the sometimes astounding modern discoveries are discussed. Along the way the reader gains an insight into the mindset and methodology of a physicist.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 3319316907
• ISBN13: 9783319316901
• Release Date: May 2016
• Publisher: Springer
• Length: 218 Pages
• Weight: 1.12 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 9.2"