The Universe Speaks in Numbers: How Modern Maths Reveals Nature's Deepest Secret

Description: The Universe Speaks in Numbers by Graham Farmelo A groundbreaking exploration of how the interplay of physics and mathematics has enriched our understanding of the universe - essential reading for anyone who wants to grasp how physicists are attempting, in Stephen Hawkings words, to know the mind of God. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description A superbly written, riveting book. - Martin ReesSearching for the fundamental laws of the universe, physicists have found themselves developing ambitious mathematical ideas. But without observation and experiment as their guide, are they now doing fairy-tale physics as their detractors claim?In The Universe Speaks in Numbers, Graham Farmelo argues that todays greatest scientific minds are working in a tradition that dates back to Newton. He takes us on an adventure, from the Enlightenment to the breakthroughs of Einstein and Dirac, to the work of modern physicists and mathematicians shedding light on each others disciplines, to their mutual surprise and excitement. This blossoming relationship is responsible for huge advances in our understanding of space and time - and as Farmelo explains, could redefine reality as we know it.LISTEN TO THE ACCOMPANYING PODCAST featuring interviews with leading scientists at Author Biography Dr Graham Farmelo is an award-winning science writer and biographer, and the winner of the 2012 Kelvin Prize and Medal. Formerly an academic, museum professional and undercover restaurant critic, he is now a Fellow at Churchill College, Cambridge, and a regular Visitor at the Institute for Advanced Study, Princeton. His biography of Paul Dirac, The Strangest Man, won the 2009 Costa Biography Award and the 2010 Los Angeles Times Science Book Prize. @grahamfarmelo Promotional A groundbreaking exploration of how the interplay of physics and mathematics has enriched our understanding of the universe - essential reading for anyone who wants to grasp how physicists are attempting, in Stephen Hawkings words, to know the mind of God. Long Description A groundbreaking exploration of how the interplay of physics and mathematics has enriched our understanding of the universe - essential reading for anyone who wants to grasp how physicists are attempting, in Stephen Hawkings words, to know the mind of God. A superbly written, riveting book. - Martin Rees Searching for the fundamental laws of the universe, physicists have found themselves developing ambitious mathematical ideas. But without observation and experiment as their guide, are they now doing fairy-tale physics as their detractors claim? In The Universe Speaks in Numbers , Graham Farmelo argues that todays greatest scientific minds are working in a tradition that dates back to Newton. He takes us on an adventure, from the Enlightenment to the breakthroughs of Einstein and Dirac, to the work of modern physicists and mathematicians shedding light on each others disciplines, to their mutual surprise and excitement. This blossoming relationship is responsible for huge advances in our understanding of space and time - and as Farmelo explains, could redefine reality as we know it. LISTEN TO THE ACCOMPANYING PODCAST featuring interviews with leading scientists at Promotional "Headline" A groundbreaking exploration of how the interplay of physics and mathematics has enriched our understanding of the universe - essential reading for anyone who wants to grasp how physicists are attempting, in Stephen Hawkings words, to know the mind of God. Details ISBN0571321828 Author Graham Farmelo Pages 336 Publisher Faber & Faber ISBN-10 0571321828 ISBN-13 9780571321827 Format Paperback Imprint Faber & Faber Subtitle How Modern Maths Reveals Natures Deepest Secrets Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 510 Short Title The Universe Speaks in Numbers Language English Year 2021 Publication Date 2021-01-07 UK Release Date 2021-01-07 AU Release Date 2021-01-07 Edition Description Main Audience General NZ Release Date 2021-02-01 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:132046376;

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