13.8
John R. Gribbin
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13.8
Published
2016
Publisher
Icon Books, Limited
Pages
304
ISBN-13
9781785781087
Description
"The twentieth century gave us two great theories of physics. The general theory of relativity describes the behavior of very large things, and quantum theory the behavior of very small things. In this landmark book, John Gribbin--one of the best-known science writers of the past thirty years--presents his own version of the Holy Grail of physics, the search that has been going on for decades to find a unified "Theory of Everything" that combines these ideas into one mathematical package, a single equation that could be printed on a T-shirt, containing the answer to life, the Universe, and everything. With his inimitable mixture of science, history, and biography, Gribbin shows how--despite skepticism among many physicists--these two great theories are very compatible, and point to a deep truth about the nature of our existence. The answer lies, intriguingly, with the age of the universe: 13.8 billion years."--Publisher's website.
Subjects
Searching for the oldest stars
The Birth of Time
Auf der Suche nach den ältesten Sternen
Abstracts of the eighth International Conference on Geochronology, Cosmochronology, and Isotope Geology
The birth of time
Astrophysical ages and dating methods
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in 13.8?
This edition of 13.8 has approximately 304 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read 13.8?
For most readers, 13.8 typically takes between 6h 20m and 4h 13m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 76,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 5h 4m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 11 days • Estimated word count: 76,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of 13.8?
The estimated word count for 13.8 is approximately 76,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of 13.8?
13.8 was written by John R. Gribbin.
When was 13.8 published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2016. The original work may have been published on a different date.