A Brief History Of Time

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Код:

13276
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0.120 кг

Stephen Hawking

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From the Big Bang to Black Holes. The phenomenal international bestseller.

Updated edition.

Was there a beginning of time? Could time run backwards? Is the universe infinite or does it have boundaries? These are just some of the questions considered in an internationally acclaimed masterpiece which begins by reviewing the great theories of the cosmos from Newton to Einstein, before delving into the secrets which still lie at the heart of space and time – from the Big Bang to black holes, via spiral galaxies and string theory. To this day, A Brief History Of Time remains a staple of the scientific canon, and its succinct and clear language continues to introduce millions to the universe and its wonders.

Reviews

"This book marries a child's wonder to a genius's intellect. We journey into Hawking's universe, while marvelling at his mind."
Sunday Times

"One of the most brilliant scientific minds since Einstein."
Daily Express

"Master of the Universe... One scientist's courageous voyage to the frontiers of the Cosmos."
Newsweek

"He can explain the complexities of cosmological physics with an engaging combination of clarity and wit... His is a brain of extraordinary power."
Observer

"To follow such a fine mind as it exposes such great problems in an exciting experience."
Sunday Times

A Brief History of Time by Stephen Hawking is a groundbreaking work that explores the fundamental questions of the universe with clarity and imagination. From the nature of space and time to the origins of the cosmos, Hawking guides readers through the great scientific theories that have shaped our understanding—from Newtonian mechanics to Einstein’s relativity, and onward to quantum theory and string theory.

The book begins with an accessible overview of classical physics, then ventures into the mysteries of black holes, the Big Bang, and the possibility of a unified theory that could explain all physical phenomena. Hawking poses provocative questions: Was there a beginning to time? Could time run backward? Is the universe infinite, or does it have boundaries? These inquiries are explored with a blend of scientific rigor and philosophical depth.

Written in succinct and engaging language, A Brief History of Time remains one of the most influential science books ever published. Its ability to make complex ideas accessible to a general audience has introduced millions of readers to the wonders of cosmology, astrophysics, and the nature of reality. Hawking’s unique voice—both brilliant and humble—transforms abstract concepts into a fascinating intellectual journey.

This updated edition includes new insights and refinements that reflect the evolving landscape of modern physics. Whether you're a curious novice or a seasoned thinker, A Brief History of Time offers a compelling invitation to contemplate the structure of the universe, the laws that govern it, and our place within its vast expanse.

СЪДЪРЖАНИЕ

Acknowledgements
Foreword
Foreword to yhe 2016 edition
Our Picture of the Universe
Space and Time
The Expanding Universe
The Uncertainty Principle
Elementary Particles and the Forces of Nature
Black Holes
Black Holes Ain't So Black
The Origin and Fate of the Universe
The Arrow of Time
Wormholes and Time Travel
The Unification of Physics
Conclusion
Albert Einstein
Galileo Galilei
Isaac Newton
Appendix
Glossary
Index

Автор:

Stephen Hawking
Издателство:

Bantam Books
ISBN:

9780553176988
Година:

2016
Страници:

256
Корици:

меки
Състояние:

отлично