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Something Deeply Hidden

Quantum Worlds and the Emergence of Spacetime

by Sean Carroll ...

**INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERAs you read these words, copies of you are being created.**Sean Carroll, theoretical physicist and one of this world’s most celebrated writers on science, rewrites the history of 20th century physics. Already hailed as a masterpiece, Something Deeply Hidden shows for the first time that facing up to the essential puzzle of quantum mechanics utterly transforms how ... Read more

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**INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERAs you read these words, copies of you are being created.**Sean Carroll, theoretical physicist and one of this world’s most celebrated writers on science, rewrites the history of 20th century physics. Already hailed as a masterpiece, Something Deeply Hidden shows for the first time that facing up to the essential puzzle of quantum mechanics utterly transforms how
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Quantum Supremacy

How the Quantum Computer Revolution Will Change Everything

by Michio Kaku ...

**NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • An exhilarating tour of humanity's next great technological achievement—quantum computing—which may supercharge artificial intelligence, solve some of humanity's biggest problems, like global warming, world hunger, and incurable disease, and eventually illuminate the deepest mysteries of science, by the bestselling author of The God Equation. • “Expertly describes and ... Read more

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**NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • An exhilarating tour of humanity's next great technological achievement—quantum computing—which may supercharge artificial intelligence, solve some of humanity's biggest problems, like global warming, world hunger, and incurable disease, and eventually illuminate the deepest mysteries of science, by the bestselling author of The God Equation. • “Expertly describes and
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The Handy Quantum Physics Answer Book

by Charles Liu ...

Series series The Handy Answer Book Series
Quantum physics helps explain many mysteries of the universe. It underpins everything, but it need not be quantum difficult with this informative, accessible, easy-to-follow guide to the fundamentals and concepts of quantum physics and our quantum universe!Quantum physics is all around us. It’s in electrical lights, lasers, and the color of the sky. Without it, the sun wouldn’t shine. It even ... Read more

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Quantum physics helps explain many mysteries of the universe. It underpins everything, but it need not be quantum difficult with this informative, accessible, easy-to-follow guide to the fundamentals and concepts of quantum physics and our quantum universe!Quantum physics is all around us. It’s in electrical lights, lasers, and the color of the sky. Without it, the sun wouldn’t shine. It even
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The Black Hole War

My Battle with Stephen Hawking to Make the World Safe for Quantum Mechanics

by Leonard Susskind ...

What happens when something is sucked into a black hole? Does it disappear? Three decades ago, a young physicist named Stephen Hawking claimed it did, and in doing so put at risk everything we know about physics and the fundamental laws of the universe. Most scientists didn't recognize the import of Hawking's claims, but Leonard Susskind and Gerard t'Hooft realized the threat, and responded with a ... Read more

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What happens when something is sucked into a black hole? Does it disappear? Three decades ago, a young physicist named Stephen Hawking claimed it did, and in doing so put at risk everything we know about physics and the fundamental laws of the universe. Most scientists didn't recognize the import of Hawking's claims, but Leonard Susskind and Gerard t'Hooft realized the threat, and responded with a
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The Edge of Space-Time

Particles, Poetry, and the Cosmic Dream Boogie

by Chanda Prescod-Weinstein ...

**NATIONAL BESTSELLER • A fresh, charming, socially conscious tour of the mysteries of space-time, from the award-winning author of The Disordered Cosmos“With this extraordinary book, Prescod-Weinstein cements her status as one of the most accomplished and important science writers of our time” —Ed Yong, author of An Immense World**In her highly acclaimed debut, distinguished cosmologist and ... Read more

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**NATIONAL BESTSELLER • A fresh, charming, socially conscious tour of the mysteries of space-time, from the award-winning author of The Disordered Cosmos“With this extraordinary book, Prescod-Weinstein cements her status as one of the most accomplished and important science writers of our time” —Ed Yong, author of An Immense World**In her highly acclaimed debut, distinguished cosmologist and
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Higgs Discovery

The Power of Empty Space

by Lisa Randall ...

On July 4, 2012, physicists at the Large Hadron Collider in Geneva madehistory when they discovered an entirely new type of subatomic particle that many scientists believe is the Higgs boson. For forty years, physicists searched for this capstone to the Standard Model of particle physics—the theory that describes both the most elementary components that are known in matter and the forces through ... Read more

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On July 4, 2012, physicists at the Large Hadron Collider in Geneva madehistory when they discovered an entirely new type of subatomic particle that many scientists believe is the Higgs boson. For forty years, physicists searched for this capstone to the Standard Model of particle physics—the theory that describes both the most elementary components that are known in matter and the forces through
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Fantastic Numbers and Where to Find Them

A Cosmic Quest from Zero to Infinity

by Antonio Padilla ...

A fun, dazzling exploration of the strange numbers that illuminate the ultimate nature of reality.For particularly brilliant theoretical physicists like James Clerk Maxwell, Paul Dirac, or Albert Einstein, the search for mathematical truths led to strange new understandings of the ultimate nature of reality. But what are these truths? What are the mysterious numbers that explain the universe?In ... Read more

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A fun, dazzling exploration of the strange numbers that illuminate the ultimate nature of reality.For particularly brilliant theoretical physicists like James Clerk Maxwell, Paul Dirac, or Albert Einstein, the search for mathematical truths led to strange new understandings of the ultimate nature of reality. But what are these truths? What are the mysterious numbers that explain the universe?In
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The Beginning of Infinity

Explanations that Transform The World

by David Deutsch ...

'Science has never had an advocate quite like David Deutsch ... A computational physicist on a par with his touchstones Alan Turing and Richard Feynman, and a philosopher in the line of his greatest hero, Karl Popper. His arguments are so clear that to read him is to experience the thrill of the highest level of discourse available on this planet and to understand it' Peter Forbes, IndependentIn ... Read more

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'Science has never had an advocate quite like David Deutsch ... A computational physicist on a par with his touchstones Alan Turing and Richard Feynman, and a philosopher in the line of his greatest hero, Karl Popper. His arguments are so clear that to read him is to experience the thrill of the highest level of discourse available on this planet and to understand it' Peter Forbes, IndependentIn
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The Demon in the Machine

How Hidden Webs of Information Are Finally Solving the Mystery of Life

by Paul Davies ...

**'A gripping new drama in science ... if you want to understand how the concept of life is changing, read this' Professor Andrew Briggs, University of OxfordWhen Darwin set out to explain the origin of species, he made no attempt to answer the deeper question: what is life?**For generations, scientists have struggled to make sense of this fundamental question. Life really does look like magic: ... Read more

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**'A gripping new drama in science ... if you want to understand how the concept of life is changing, read this' Professor Andrew Briggs, University of OxfordWhen Darwin set out to explain the origin of species, he made no attempt to answer the deeper question: what is life?**For generations, scientists have struggled to make sense of this fundamental question. Life really does look like magic:
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Why Does E=mc2?

(And Why Should We Care?)

by Brian Cox, Jeff Forshaw ...

The international bestseller: an introduction to the theory of relativity by the eminent physicists Brian Cox and Jeff ForshawWhat does E=mc2 actually mean? Dr. Brian Cox and Professor Jeff Forshaw go on a journey to the frontier of twenty-first century science to unpack Einstein's famous equation. Explaining and simplifying notions of energy, mass, and light-while exploding commonly held ... Read more

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The international bestseller: an introduction to the theory of relativity by the eminent physicists Brian Cox and Jeff ForshawWhat does E=mc2 actually mean? Dr. Brian Cox and Professor Jeff Forshaw go on a journey to the frontier of twenty-first century science to unpack Einstein's famous equation. Explaining and simplifying notions of energy, mass, and light-while exploding commonly held
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What Is Real?

The Unfinished Quest for the Meaning of Quantum Physics

by Adam Becker ...

"A thorough, illuminating exploration of the most consequential controversy raging in modern science." --New York Times Book ReviewAn Editor's Choice, New York Times Book ReviewLonglisted for PEN/E.O. Wilson Prize for Literary Science WritingLonglisted for Goodreads Choice AwardEvery physicist agrees quantum mechanics is among humanity's finest scientific achievements. But ask what it means, ... ... Read more

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"A thorough, illuminating exploration of the most consequential controversy raging in modern science." --New York Times Book ReviewAn Editor's Choice, New York Times Book ReviewLonglisted for PEN/E.O. Wilson Prize for Literary Science WritingLonglisted for Goodreads Choice AwardEvery physicist agrees quantum mechanics is among humanity's finest scientific achievements. But ask what it means, ...
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Laser Physics

Fundamental Principles

by Aditya Saxena ...

"Laser Physics: Fundamental Principles" explores the fascinating world of laser physics, unveiling the secrets behind how a tiny beam of light can cut through steel, perform delicate surgeries, or paint intricate designs on a silicon chip. We embark on a journey from Einstein's groundbreaking theory of stimulated emission to the first ruby laser's dazzling birth, tracing the evolution of these ... Read more

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"Laser Physics: Fundamental Principles" explores the fascinating world of laser physics, unveiling the secrets behind how a tiny beam of light can cut through steel, perform delicate surgeries, or paint intricate designs on a silicon chip. We embark on a journey from Einstein's groundbreaking theory of stimulated emission to the first ruby laser's dazzling birth, tracing the evolution of these
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Quantum Entanglement

by Jed Brody ...

Series series The MIT Press Essential Knowledge series
A concise, non-technical exploration of quantum entanglement—the enigma Albert Einstein called ‘spooky action at a distance’—and how it contradicts our assumptions about the ultimate nature of reality.Quantum physics is notable for its brazen defiance of common sense. (Think of Schrödinger's Cat, famously both dead and alive.) An especially rigorous form of quantum contradiction occurs in ... Read more

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A concise, non-technical exploration of quantum entanglement—the enigma Albert Einstein called ‘spooky action at a distance’—and how it contradicts our assumptions about the ultimate nature of reality.Quantum physics is notable for its brazen defiance of common sense. (Think of Schrödinger's Cat, famously both dead and alive.) An especially rigorous form of quantum contradiction occurs in
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Saint Joan of New York

A Novel About God and String Theory

by Mark Alpert ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
SAINT JOAN OF NEW YORK is a novel about a math prodigy who becomes obsessed with discovering the Theory of Everything. Joan Cooper, a 17-year-old genius traumatized by the death of her older sister, tries to rebuild her shattered world by studying string theory and the efforts to unify the laws of physics. But as she tackles the complex equations, she falls prey to disturbing visions of a divine ... Read more

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SAINT JOAN OF NEW YORK is a novel about a math prodigy who becomes obsessed with discovering the Theory of Everything. Joan Cooper, a 17-year-old genius traumatized by the death of her older sister, tries to rebuild her shattered world by studying string theory and the efforts to unify the laws of physics. But as she tackles the complex equations, she falls prey to disturbing visions of a divine
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Classical Relativity v Quantum Reality

by James King ...

A simplified explanation of Classical Relativity and Quantum Mechanics including the differences between them and how these impact on our concept of what is real in our universe. Without using mathematical algorithms or complicated scientific symbolism, this book explores examples of physics and chemistry which do not fit within the Classical Newtonian or Einsteinian models but which are explained ... Read more

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A simplified explanation of Classical Relativity and Quantum Mechanics including the differences between them and how these impact on our concept of what is real in our universe. Without using mathematical algorithms or complicated scientific symbolism, this book explores examples of physics and chemistry which do not fit within the Classical Newtonian or Einsteinian models but which are explained
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Life on the Edge

The Coming of Age of Quantum Biology

by Johnjoe McFadden, Jim Al-Khalili ...

New York Times bestseller • Life on the Edge alters our understanding of our world's fundamental dynamics through the use of quantum mechanics.Life is the most extraordinary phenomenon in the known universe; but how did it come to be? Even in an age of cloning and artificial biology, the remarkable truth remains: nobody has ever made anything living entirely out of dead material. Life remains the ... Read more

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New York Times bestseller • Life on the Edge alters our understanding of our world's fundamental dynamics through the use of quantum mechanics.Life is the most extraordinary phenomenon in the known universe; but how did it come to be? Even in an age of cloning and artificial biology, the remarkable truth remains: nobody has ever made anything living entirely out of dead material. Life remains the
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The God Effect

Quantum Entanglement, Science's Strangest Phenomenon

by Brian Clegg ...

"A marvelously clear and engaging account of . . . the deepest mysteries of the quantum world and [converting] them into a useful technology." —Gregory Chaitin, author of Meta Math! The Quest for OmegaWhat is entanglement? It's a connection between quantum particles, the building blocks of the universe. Once two particles are entangled, a change to one of them is reflected—instantly—in the other, ... Read more

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"A marvelously clear and engaging account of . . . the deepest mysteries of the quantum world and [converting] them into a useful technology." —Gregory Chaitin, author of Meta Math! The Quest for OmegaWhat is entanglement? It's a connection between quantum particles, the building blocks of the universe. Once two particles are entangled, a change to one of them is reflected—instantly—in the other,
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Quantum Computing Made Simple: A Plain-English Introduction to Quantum Computers

by Malcolm Gray ...

Are you curious about quantum computing but intimidated by complex jargon and mathematical equations?Quantum Computing Made Simple breaks down the revolutionary world of quantum technology into clear, accessible language anyone can understand. This comprehensive guide takes you from classical computing fundamentals to quantum innovation without requiring background in physics or advanced ... Read more

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Are you curious about quantum computing but intimidated by complex jargon and mathematical equations?Quantum Computing Made Simple breaks down the revolutionary world of quantum technology into clear, accessible language anyone can understand. This comprehensive guide takes you from classical computing fundamentals to quantum innovation without requiring background in physics or advanced
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String Theory

Black Holes, Holographic Universe And Mathematical Physics

by Rob Botwright ...

�� Unveil the Mysteries of the Cosmos with Our Book Bundle! ��Are you ready to embark on an epic journey through the realms of theoretical physics? Dive into the captivating world of �� String Theory, ��️ Black Holes, �� Holographic Universes, and �� Mathematical Physics with our exclusive book bundle!�� Book 1: String Theory Demystified �� Discover the secrets of the universe with ... Read more

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�� Unveil the Mysteries of the Cosmos with Our Book Bundle! ��Are you ready to embark on an epic journey through the realms of theoretical physics? Dive into the captivating world of �� String Theory, ��️ Black Holes, �� Holographic Universes, and �� Mathematical Physics with our exclusive book bundle!�� Book 1: String Theory Demystified �� Discover the secrets of the universe with
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Quantum Physics for Beginners

Learn in a Simple Way the Upsetting Secrets of the Universe, from Relativity to String Theory

by Emily Stone ...

Do you want to learn more about quantum physics but are unsure where to begin? If so, continue reading.Prepare to unlock the mysteries of the cosmos with this useful, approachable guide to quantum physics!The study of quantum physics examines the microscopic behavior of the tiniest components of matter.Predicting what we observe on a macroscopic level is a key issue in quantum physics. Utilizing ... Read more

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Do you want to learn more about quantum physics but are unsure where to begin? If so, continue reading.Prepare to unlock the mysteries of the cosmos with this useful, approachable guide to quantum physics!The study of quantum physics examines the microscopic behavior of the tiniest components of matter.Predicting what we observe on a macroscopic level is a key issue in quantum physics. Utilizing
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Quantum Living

by Darylle Virginia Dennis ...

"As humanity enters the age of enlightenment, Quantum Living: Moving at the Speed of Life is a transformative masterpiece that will be regarded by history as the perfect book at the perfect time." —Peter Baird, TexasQuantum Living: Moving at the Speed of Life was written for people to awaken quantum consciousness within so they can view their own true selves from higher perspectives. Intuitive ... Read more

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"As humanity enters the age of enlightenment, Quantum Living: Moving at the Speed of Life is a transformative masterpiece that will be regarded by history as the perfect book at the perfect time." —Peter Baird, TexasQuantum Living: Moving at the Speed of Life was written for people to awaken quantum consciousness within so they can view their own true selves from higher perspectives. Intuitive
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Black Bodies and Quantum Cats

Tales from the Annals of Physics

by Jennifer Ouellette ...

Physics, once known as "natural philosophy," is the most basic science, explaining the world we live in, from the largest scale down to the very, very, very smallest, and our understanding of it has changed over many centuries. In Black Bodies and Quantum Cats, science writer Jennifer Ouellette traces key developments in the field, setting descriptions of the fundamentals of physics in their ... Read more

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Physics, once known as "natural philosophy," is the most basic science, explaining the world we live in, from the largest scale down to the very, very, very smallest, and our understanding of it has changed over many centuries. In Black Bodies and Quantum Cats, science writer Jennifer Ouellette traces key developments in the field, setting descriptions of the fundamentals of physics in their
... Read more
La quantique autrement. Garanti sans équations !

by Julien Bobroff ...

Series series Sciences
Imaginez un monde où un objet se trouve à plusieurs endroits à la fois, où deux particules distantes d’un millier de kilomètres s’influencent instantanément et où un mur n’en est plus un. Cet univers mystérieux qui bat en brèche toutes nos intuitions, c’est celui de la « quantique ». Comment attaquer ce monument de la physique ? En souscrivant au pari fou de Julien Bobroff : nous révéler ses ... Read more

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Imaginez un monde où un objet se trouve à plusieurs endroits à la fois, où deux particules distantes d’un millier de kilomètres s’influencent instantanément et où un mur n’en est plus un. Cet univers mystérieux qui bat en brèche toutes nos intuitions, c’est celui de la « quantique ». Comment attaquer ce monument de la physique ? En souscrivant au pari fou de Julien Bobroff : nous révéler ses
... Read more
Molecular Storms

The Physics of Stars, Cells and the Origin of Life

by Liam Graham ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
“Following in the footsteps of Stephen Hawking's ‘A brief history of time’ and Simon Singh's ‘Fermat’s Last Theorem’ this exceptionally accessible book will you leave marveling at the wonders of the world and, if you didn't listen to your science teachers, wishing you had. Graham writes with the mind of a physicist and the soul of a poet.”Nicki Hayes, CCO, The Communications Practice, author of ... Read more

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“Following in the footsteps of Stephen Hawking's ‘A brief history of time’ and Simon Singh's ‘Fermat’s Last Theorem’ this exceptionally accessible book will you leave marveling at the wonders of the world and, if you didn't listen to your science teachers, wishing you had. Graham writes with the mind of a physicist and the soul of a poet.”Nicki Hayes, CCO, The Communications Practice, author of
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