Physics

America’s favorite astrophysicist has written the most entertaining and universally appealing book of his stellar career: a practical guide for dealing with Alien visitors, an exploration of how it might happen, and a cultural history of our fascination with extraterrestrials. “Ever since...

Thinking in Systems is a concise and crucial book offering insight for problem-solving on scales ranging from the personal to the global. This essential primer brings systems thinking out of the realm of computers and equations and into the tangible world....

How do we fit within the universe? How does the universe fit within us? There's no better guide through these questions than astrophysicist and best-selling author Neil deGrasse Tyson....

Welcome to the Universe is a personal guided tour of the cosmos by three of today's leading astrophysicists....

Cosmos is one of the bestselling science books of all time. In clear-eyed prose, Sagan reveals a jewel-like blue world inhabited by a life form that is just beginning to discover its own identity and to venture into the vast ocean of space....

A boundary-breaking astrophysicist reimagines the universe—and our place within it—in this audacious journey through the Nine Realms of the cosmos. The universe gave rise to everything: stars and cells, minds and memories, purpose and pain. But it doesn’t care about us. It follows its own...

Winner of the 2008 Audie Award for Biography/Memoir The definitive, internationally bestselling biography of Albert Einstein. Now the basis of Genius, the ten-part National Geographic series on the life of Albert Einstein, starring the Oscar, Emmy, and Tony Award–winning actor Geoffrey Rush as...

A theoretical physicist takes listeners on an awe-inspiring journey-found in "no other book" (Science)—to discover how the universe generates everything from nothing at all: "If you want to know what's really going on in the realms of relativity and particle physics, read this book" (Sean...

One of AudioFile’s Best Audiobooks of 2019! A New York Times Best Book of the Year A Time Best Book of the Year A Kirkus Reviews Best Nonfiction Book of the Year 2020 Andrew Carnegie Medals for Excellence Winner From journalist Adam Higginbotham, the New York Times bestselling “account that...

A fresh, charming, socially conscious tour of the mysteries of space-time, from the award-winning author of The Disordered Cosmos In her highly acclaimed debut, distinguished cosmologist and particle physicist Dr. Chanda Prescod-Weinstein shared with her audience an abiding sense of wonder at...

Nearly everyone is familiar with holograms - three-dimensional images projected into space with the aid of a laser. Two of the world's most eminent thinkers believe that the universe itself may be a giant hologram, quite literally a kind of image or construct created, at least in part, by the...

A bold and all-embracing exploration of the nature and progress of knowledge from one of today's great thinkers. Throughout history, mankind has struggled to understand life's mysteries, from the mundane to the seemingly miraculous. In this important new book, David Deutsch, an award-winning...

Told in language we all can understand, A Brief History of Time plunges into the exotic realms of black holes and quarks, of antimatter and "arrows of time," of the big bang and a bigger God—where the possibilities are wondrous and unexpected.

**Winner of the Pulitzer Prize, the National Book Award, and the National Book Critics Circle Award** The definitive history of nuclear weapons—from the turn-of-the-century discovery of nuclear energy to J. Robert Oppenheimer and the Manhattan Project—this epic work details the science, the...

Chemistry and Our Universe: How It All Works is your in-depth introduction to this vital field, taught through 60 engaging half-hour lectures that are suitable for any background or none at all....

My Big TOE: Awakening, written by a nuclear physicist in the language of contemporary culture, unifies science and philosophy, physics and metaphysics, mind and matter....

“The Disappearing Spoon is my favorite kind of science journalism: it reveals a hidden universe in the form of a thrilling tale.” (BoingBoing) “Arthur C. Clarke once noted that truly advanced science cannot be distinguished from magic. Kean succeeds in giving us the cold hard facts, both...

The author of the best seller The Beginning of Infinity, David Deutsch, explores the four most fundamental strands of human knowledge: quantum physics, and the theories of knowledge, computation, and evolution - and their unexpected connections....

The story of the science of plasma and its revolutionary implications for the way we understand the universe and our place in it. Histories of science in the 20th century have focused on relativity and quantum mechanics. But, quietly in the background, there has been a third area of exploration...

"This engaging, conversational book begs to be read aloud, and who better than its author?... Tyson’s warmth and erudition make him a superb narrator of this excellent, thought-provoking book."- Library Journal "Like a spaceship traveling the stars, Tyson's voice flows smoothly as he delivers...

"This is science writing as wonder and as inspiration." —The Wall Street Journal Wall Street Journal From one of the most influential scientists of our time, a dazzling exploration of the hidden laws that govern the life cycle of everything from plants and animals to the cities we live in...

Michio Kaku, leading theoretical physicist (a cofounder of string theory) and best-selling science storyteller, shows how Einstein used seemingly simple images to lead a revolution in science....

"[Greene] develops one fresh new insight after another...In the great tradition of physicists writing for the masses, The Elegant Universe sets a standard that will be hard to beat." --George Johnson, The New York Times Book Review In a rare blend of scientific insight and writing as elegant as...

Learn how to think like a physicist from a Nobel laureate and "one of the greatest minds of the twentieth century" (New York Review of Books) with these six classic and beloved lessons It was Richard Feynman's outrageous and scintillating method of teaching that earned him legendary status among...

In Cosmos, the late astronomer Carl Sagan cast his gaze over the magnificent mystery of the Universe and made it accessible to millions of people....

America’s favorite astrophysicist has written the most entertaining and universally appealing book of his stellar career: a practical guide for dealing with Alien visitors, an exploration of how it might happen, and a cultural history of our fascination with extraterrestrials. “Ever since...

A boundary-breaking astrophysicist reimagines the universe—and our place within it—in this audacious journey through the Nine Realms of the cosmos. The universe gave rise to everything: stars and cells, minds and memories, purpose and pain. But it doesn’t care about us. It follows its own...

A thought-provoking and stimulating argument that consciousness—not matter—is the true bedrock of creation. Amit Goswami, PhD, shatters the widely popular belief held by Western science that matter is the primary "stuff" of creation and proposes instead that consciousness is the true...

Niels Bohr Explained: Quantum Theory, the Atom, and the Ideas That Changed Modern Physics introduces the physicist who turned the atom from a puzzle into a workable scientific model, then helped redefine what physics could claim to describe. Rather than treating Bohr as a distant icon, this book places his ideas in the specific problems that made them necessary: unstable atomic models, unexplained spectral lines, and the growing failure of classical physics at very small scales. It explains what Bohr actually proposed, why other physicists took it seriously, and where his approach succeeded...

Understanding Max Planck: Quantum Theory, Blackbody Radiation, and the Birth of Modern Physics tells the story of the physicist who tried to solve one technical problem and helped change physics in the process. The book begins with Planck’s early life, education, and place in German academic culture, then moves into the scientific setting of the late nineteenth century, when physicists struggled to reconcile heat, light, and thermodynamics. Rather than treating quantum theory as a sudden stroke of genius, it shows how Planck’s work grew out of careful, methodical effort and a deep ...

Steven Weinberg Explained: Electroweak Theory, the Standard Model, Symmetry Breaking, Quantum Field Theory, and the Foundations of Modern Physics is a practical introduction to the physicist whose work helped define modern particle theory and reshaped how many scientists think about fundamental explanation. Rather than offering a broad tribute, this book focuses on what Weinberg actually contributed: the electroweak theory, the role of symmetry and symmetry breaking, the development of the Standard Model, major clarifications in quantum field theory, and influential work on the early ...

Paul Dirac Explained: Major Ideas, Quantum Physics Contributions, and Lasting Impact examines the work of the physicist who gave quantum theory much of its modern form. Rather than offering a broad life story, this book focuses on the ideas that made Dirac central to twentieth-century physics: his role in organizing early quantum mechanics, his introduction of durable mathematical tools and notation, and his insistence on precision at a time when the subject was still unsettled. Readers see how Dirac approached physical problems, why other physicists relied on his methods, and how his ...

Murray Gell-Mann Explained: Quarks, the Eightfold Way, Particle Physics, Quantum Chromodynamics, and the Structure of Matter explains how one physicist helped turn a chaotic mass of particle data into a workable picture of matter. Written for intelligent non-specialists, it gives a clear account of Gell-Mann’s central ideas without assuming advanced mathematics. The book focuses on the problems physicists were trying to solve: why so many short-lived particles were appearing in experiments, how those particles could be classified, and what that classification revealed about the structure ...

Enrico Fermi Explained: Quantum Physics, Nuclear Reactions, Fermi-Dirac Statistics, the First Nuclear Reactor, and the Methods Behind Modern Physics is a focused introduction to the scientist who helped build modern quantum theory, nuclear physics, and particle physics. Rather than treating Fermi as only the man behind the first nuclear reactor or a name attached to statistics and equations, this book explains the specific ideas and experiments that made him so important. It is written for intelligent non-specialists who want a readable account of what Fermi discovered, how he worked, and ...

Unified Field Theory Explained: The Search for a Theory of Everything, Quantum Physics, General Relativity, String Theory, the Standard Model, and the Fundamental Forces of the Universe is a practical introduction to one of the hardest problems in science: why the best theories of nature do not fit neatly together. The book opens with the four fundamental forces and the idea of fields, showing in concrete terms what physicists mean by gravity, electromagnetism, the strong force, and the weak force. It explains how particles arise from fields, why symmetry matters, and how the unification of...

"A sweeping tour of the laws of physics, the scope of the universe, and the place of life within it." —Sean Carroll, New York Times bestselling author of The Biggest Ideas in the Universe An elegant exploration of humanity’s continuous search to find the hidden truths of the universe and...

Richard Feynman Explained: Quantum Electrodynamics, Path Integrals, Feynman Diagrams, The Challenger Investigation, Curiosity, Scientific Thinking, Problem Solving, and the Joy of Understanding the Universe is a deep and accessible exploration of one of the most brilliant and unconventional minds in modern science. This book takes readers inside the world of Richard Feynman, revealing how his groundbreaking work reshaped physics while his unique way of thinking transformed how we approach learning, discovery, and problem solving. Whether you are new to physics or looking to deepen your ...

The Mathematics of Chaos Explained: Nonlinear Equations, Logistic Maps, Bifurcation Diagrams, Fractals, Mandelbrot and Julia Sets, Strange Attractors, and the Hidden Order Within Complex Systems What if simple equations could generate infinite complexity? What if systems governed by clear rules could still behave in ways that seem completely unpredictable? The Mathematics of Chaos Explained takes you on a fascinating journey into one of the most important and visually striking areas of modern mathematics. Designed to be accessible yet mathematically rich, this book explores how nonlinear ...

What if quantum physics opened the door to the soul? What if the world is not truly made of separate things at all? What if the fragmented reality we see—matter, mind, objects, observers, events—is only the surface of a deeper hidden order? In Bohm and the Implicate Order, Clayton Louis Turnage explores the life, thought, and enduring significance of David Bohm, the brilliant physicist who challenged the orthodox view of quantum mechanics and went on to propose one of the most profound ideas in modern thought: The visible world may be only the unfolded surface of a deeper, enfolded ...

Why is the fine-structure constant approximately one over one hundred and thirty-seven? Why is the proton exactly 1836 times heavier than the electron? Why is gravity so absurdly weak compared to the other forces? For more than a century, physicists have measured the fundamental constants of nature with exquisite precision—yet no one can explain why they have the values they do. Three answers have been proposed. The constants are brute accidents with no deeper explanation. They will one day be derived from a final theory.

For half a century, cosmology has relied on two invisible ingredients to explain the universe: dark matter, a substance that has never been detected despite decades of experimental search, and dark energy, a repulsive force whose physical nature remains entirely unknown. Together, they are said to constitute ninety-five percent of the cosmos. The remaining five percent—ordinary atoms, light, everything we have ever touched or measured—is treated as a minor addendum to a universe made mostly of darkness. This textbook presents a different cosmology. It is not speculative.

Book Description Quantum technology is often described as the future. But for most people, it feels like a locked room—full of strange language, complex ideas, and concepts that seem impossible to grasp. This book opens that door. The Quantum in Diamonds is a clear, accessible guide to one of the most fascinating areas of modern science: how tiny imperfections inside diamonds are being used to build new kinds of sensors, communication systems, and computers. No advanced math. No technical background required. Just a step-by-step journey through ideas that are usually hidden behind jargon....

Warum fühlt sich im Sommer eine Metallplatte viel heißer an als eine Holzplatte – auch wenn beide dieselbe Temperatur haben? Warum nehmen Fledermäuse Töne wahr, wo für uns alles still ist? Und ist das Rot, das ich sehe, dasselbe Rot, wie du es siehst? In unserem Kopf...

Dive into the groundbreaking work of Thomas Louis Navarro as he redefines propulsion with the 4-Phase Motor Generator Device. Drawing from advanced electromagnetic engineering and supersymmetric design, this book introduces a revolutionary concept: using eccentric mass loads and the Higgs Field to move payloads in space—without traditional fuel-based thrust.

DX Like a Pro: A Practical Guide to Long-Distance Ham Radio Contacts breaks down the real mechanics behind consistent DX success and shows you how to apply them in the field. Whether you're struggling to break pileups or looking to sharpen your edge, this book delivers a clear, technical path to better results. Inside, you’ll learn how to read propagation instead of guessing, position your signal where it will actually be heard, and operate with precision in competitive environments. From band selection and antenna performance to timing, signal clarity, and pileup strategy, every concept ...

What was before the universe? If space is expanding, what is it expanding into? Where did all the matter come from to form planets, stars, and oceans? What is nothing? And if none of these questions can be answered, why do we keep asking them? The Pointless Book asks the biggest questions human beings have ever conceived. The kind of questions that keep you awake at three in the morning. The kind that feel like they should have answers but never do. This book tries to answer them. It reaches for quantum physics, simulation theory, cosmology, philosophy, and religion.

The universe is vast, silent, and filled with mysteries that continue to challenge everything we think we know. Strange Mysteries Of The Universe takes you on a fascinating journey through the most intriguing and unexplained phenomena of the cosmos —from the invisible matter holding galaxies together to the powerful gravity of black holes that bend space and time itself. This audiobook explores deep cosmic questions: What lies beyond the observable universe? Are parallel universes real? How do neutron stars survive in extreme conditions? And what does the future of the universe look like?

The universe is watching you. And it's been running tests. Why does observing a particle change how it behaves? Why are physical constants tuned to impossible precision? Why do we see no aliens despite billions of planets where life could exist? Why does the future affect the past in quantum experiments? These aren't mysteries. They're experimental protocols.

Die größte Täuschung der Menscheitsgeschichte! Was, wenn die atemberaubenden Bilder der Erde aus dem All, die Mondlandung und die endlosen Raumfahrt-Missionen nur raffinierte Hollywood-Inszenierungen sind?

Известный физик Митио Каку исследует кажущиеся сегодня неправдоподобными технологии, явления или приборы с точки зрения возможности их воплощения в будущем. Рассказывая о нашем ближайшем будущем, ученый доступным языком говорит о том, как устроена Вселенная. Что такое большой взрыв и черные дыры, фазеры и антивещество.