Cosmological Koans
A Journey to the Heart of Physical Reality

The format of this book suggests the author is trying a bit too hard to be different, which is a shame as it contains plenty of good material. At first sight, the approach of using (pseudo) 'Zen koans' as a linking theme is reminiscent of awful past titles that attempt to show parallels between East......more

A wonderful presentation of many findings and theories of modern physics, told through the conceit of the narrator traveling from Europe through Asia at the dawn of the Renaissance who encounters djinn and many historical figures. Each chapter presents a koan and they build upon one another. I found......more

I find the overall idea in the book very interesting. However, the author tries to explain physical concepts by using analogies which only contribute to make the subject more confusing than it needs to be, like when he tries to explain wave interference by assigning phases to pilgrims in a temple. O......more

Very thought-provoking book, with an innovative way of presenting important concepts, ideas, and questions in physics. Enjoyed it.......more