Science and Ultimate Reality: Quantum Theory, Cosmology, and Complexity

ISBN 10: 052183113X / ISBN 13: 9780521831130

Verlag: Cambridge University Press, 2004

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Bibliografische Details

• Titel: Science and Ultimate Reality: Quantum Theory, Cosmology, and Complexity
• Verlag: Cambridge University Press
• Erscheinungsjahr: 2004
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN-10: 052183113X
• ISBN-13: 9780521831130
• Einband: hardcover
• Zustand: Good

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Inhaltsangabe

A fascinating snapshot of the future of physics, comprising contributions from leading thinkers in the field, inspired by the pioneering work of John Wheeler. Quantum theory represents a unifying theme, with topics such as the nature of physical reality, cosmic inflation, the arrow of time, superstrings, quantum gravity and cosmology.

Críticas

'Do not be put off by its length ... this is one of those rare volumes where quantity is matched by quality ... this is a remarkable volume.' Nature

'In response to Einstein's question 'did God have any choice in the nature of his creation?', Wheeler has suggested that there are no truly fixed fundamental laws of physics at all. He was a remarkable man and this is a remarkable volume.' Nature

'The sheer breadth of the novel approaches in fundamental research is a testament to Wheeler's broad curiosity. I can only imagine that this book will be read by more great minds eager to plunge into the darkness to shed some light with a torch or even star.' Contemporary Physics