
The Elegant Universe
The Elegant Universe was shortlisted for the Pulitzer Prize. Modern physics made thrillingly accessible. A landmark in science communication, The Elegant Universe introduces readers to string theory - the bold idea that everything in the universe is made of tiny vibrating strands of energy. With lucid storytelling and analogies drawn from everyday life, physicist Brian Greene explains the concepts of relativity, quantum mechanics and multidimensional space with unmatched elegance. This book doesn't just teach physics; it invites readers to feel wonder at the mathematical harmony underlying reality. It remains one of the most popular science books ever written - ideal for those captivated by cosmology, time, and the search for a unified theory of everything.
Buy this book at Amazon- Publisher
- Random House
- Year
- 2011
- ISBN-13
- 9781446477779
- Genre
- Science & Technology
- Topics
- String theoryQuantum mechanicsCosmology
Awards
- Royal Society Science Book PrizeWon(2000)
Other awarded books from Brian Greene
- The Elegant Universe: Superstrings, Hidden Dimensions, and the Quest for the Ultimate Theory
- The Hidden Reality
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