The Universe, John Brockman
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The Universe
Leading Scientists Explore the Origin, Mysteries, and Future of the Cosmos

Author: John Brockman

Unabridged: 12 hr 47 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 09/24/2014


Synopsis

In The Universe, today's most influential science writers explain the science behind our evolving understanding of the universe and everything in it, including the cutting-edge research and discoveries that are shaping our knowledge. Lee Smolin reveals how math and cosmology are helping us create a theory of the whole universe. Neil Turok analyzes the fundamental laws of nature, what came before the big bang, and the possibility of a unified theory. Seth Lloyd investigates the impact of computational revolutions and the informational revolution. Lawrence Krauss provides fresh insight into gravity, dark matter, and the energy of empty space. Brian Greene and Walter Isaacson discuss Albert Einstein. And much more. Explore the universe with some of today's greatest minds: what it is, how it came into being, and what may happen next."Illuminating, mind-expanding. . . . A spectacular, mind-bending read." ---Brain Pickings

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