Items related to The Edge of Physics: Dispatches from the Frontiers...
Synopsis
A PHYSICS WORLD BOOK OF THE YEAR
In this timely and original book, award-winning science author Anil Ananthaswamy sets out in search of the world's most cutting-edge physics experiments to answer some of the most profound questions that confront humanity.
Weaving together stories about the people and places at the heart of cosmology, often in extraordinary and extreme environments, Ananthaswamy provides a unique portrait of the universe and our quest to understand it.
***PRAISE FOR THE EDGE OF PHYSICS***
'A travelogue that celebrates the blood, sweat and tears that drive our understanding of the universe.' Guardian
'Remarkable... combines fundamental physics with high adventure.' New Scientist
'An excellent book. The author has a great knack of making difficult subjects comprehensible. I thoroughly enjoyed it.' Sir Patrick Moore
'A unique and down-to-earth portrait of the Universe and our quest to understand it.' BBC Focus
'A smooth, calm surface: one that reflects, with wit, thoughtfulness and humanity, a hidden world.' The Telegraph
'Inquisitive, globetrotting... deftly incorporating the theories tested by this cutting-edge kit, Ananthaswamy offers enlightenment on dark energy.' Independent
'An accomplished and timely overview of modern cosmology and particle astrophysics. Ananthaswamy's characterisations of the many physicists he meets are on the mark... conveys that cutting-edge science is a human endeavour.' Nature
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author
Anil Ananthaswamy is an award-winning journalist and former deputy news editor and staff writer at New Scientist. He has also written for Nature, Scientific American, Discover, Quanta and the Literary Review. He won the Book of the Year award from Physics World (2010), the best investigative journalism award from the Association of British Science Writers (2013) and was longlisted for the Pen/E. O. Wilson Literary Science Writing Award (2016). He is currently a Knight Science Journalism Fellow at MIT.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Search results for The Edge of Physics: Dispatches from the Frontiers...
Stock Image
The Edge of Physics: Dispatches from the Frontiers of Cosmology
ISBN 10: 0715653911
ISBN 13: 9780715653913
Used
Paperback
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR010894117
Quantity: 1 available
Seller Image
The Edge of Physics: Dispatches from the Frontiers of Cosmology
Seller: Bill & Ben Books, Faringdon, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: New. A scientific and globetrotting exploration of the physics experiments changing the ways we understand our universe. Why is the universe expanding? What is the nature of dark matter? Do other universes exist? In this timely and original book, science writer Anil Ananthaswamy embarks on a global journey to some of the world's most inhospitable and dramatic research sites to witness first-hand the audacious physics experiments conducted to answer profound questions about the nature of the universe. From the Atacama Desert in the Chilean Andes to the European Southern Observatory's Very Large Telescope on Mount Paranal to deep inside an abandoned iron mine in Minnesota and to the East Antarctic Ice Sheet, Ananthaswamy weaves together stories about the people and places at the heart of this cosmological research. While explaining the immense questions that scientists are trying to answer, Ananthaswamy provides an accessible and unique portrait of the universe and our quest to understand it. An atmospheric, engaging and illuminating read, The Edge of Physics depicts science as a human process and brings cosmology with all its rarefied concepts down to earth. Seller Inventory # 0100451
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The Edge of Physics
Seller: Postscript Books, Newton Abbot, DEVON, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: New. Why is the universe's expansion speeding up? What is 'dark matter'? Are there other universes besides our own? This book follows the author's travels in search of experiments taking place in the planet's most inhospitable locations to answer such cosmological questions. It explains not only the theory, aims and practicalities of each cutting-edge project but also the challenges facing researchers, whether they are working deep inside an abandoned iron mine or at the top of Hawaii's highest mountain. Seller Inventory # 541891
Quantity: Over 20 available
Seller Image
The Edge of Physics
Seller: Rarewaves.com UK, London, United Kingdom
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: New. A scientific and globetrotting exploration of the physics experiments changing the ways we understand our universe.Why is the universe expanding? What is the nature of dark matter? Do other universes exist? In this timely and original book, science writer Anil Ananthaswamy embarks on a global journey to some of the world's most inhospitable and dramatic research sites to witness first-hand the audacious physics experiments conducted to answer profound questions about the nature of the universe.From the Atacama Desert in the Chilean Andes to the European Southern Observatory's Very Large Telescope on Mount Paranal to deep inside an abandoned iron mine in Minnesota and to the East Antarctic Ice Sheet, Ananthaswamy weaves together stories about the people and places at the heart of this cosmological research.While explaining the immense questions that scientists are trying to answer, Ananthaswamy provides an accessible and unique portrait of the universe and our quest to understand it. An atmospheric, engaging and illuminating read, The Edge of Physics depicts science as a human process and brings cosmology with all its rarefied concepts down to earth. Seller Inventory # LU-9780715653913
Quantity: Over 20 available
Stock Image
EDGE OF PHYSICS
ISBN 10: 0715653911
ISBN 13: 9780715653913
New
Softcover
Seller: Speedyhen, London, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: NEW. Seller Inventory # NW9780715653913
Quantity: 4 available
Stock Image
The Edge Of Physics
ISBN 10: 0715653911
ISBN 13: 9780715653913
New
Softcover
Seller: GreatBookPricesUK, Woodford Green, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: New. Seller Inventory # 38624973-n
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The Edge of Physics Dispatches from the Frontiers of Cosmology
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # FV-9780715653913
Quantity: 15 available
Stock Image
Edge of Physics
ISBN 10: 0715653911
ISBN 13: 9780715653913
New
Softcover
Seller: Ria Christie Collections, Uxbridge, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: New. In English. Seller Inventory # ria9780715653913_new
Quantity: 16 available
Seller Image
The Edge of Physics (Paperback)
Seller: CitiRetail, Stevenage, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. A scientific and globetrotting exploration of the physics experiments changing the ways we understand our universe.Why is the universe expanding? What is the nature of dark matter? Do other universes exist? In this timely and original book, science writer Anil Ananthaswamy embarks on a global journey to some of the world's most inhospitable and dramatic research sites to witness first-hand the audacious physics experiments conducted to answer profound questions about the nature of the universe.From the Atacama Desert in the Chilean Andes to the European Southern Observatory's Very Large Telescope on Mount Paranal to deep inside an abandoned iron mine in Minnesota and to the East Antarctic Ice Sheet, Ananthaswamy weaves together stories about the people and places at the heart of this cosmological research.While explaining the immense questions that scientists are trying to answer, Ananthaswamy provides an accessible and unique portrait of the universe and our quest to understand it. An atmospheric, engaging and illuminating read, The Edge of Physics depicts science as a human process and brings cosmology with all its rarefied concepts down to earth. A scientific and globetrotting exploration of the physics experiments changing the ways we understand our universe bringing the science of cosmology down to earth. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9780715653913
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The Edge of Physics: Dispatches from the Frontiers of Cosmology
Print on DemandSeller: THE SAINT BOOKSTORE, Southport, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback / softback. Condition: New. This item is printed on demand. New copy - Usually dispatched within 5-9 working days 157. Seller Inventory # C9780715653913
Quantity: 12 available