Quantum Generations
Helge Kragh
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Quantum Generations
by Helge Kragh
Published
March 4, 2002
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Pages
508
ISBN-13
9780691095523
ISBN-10
0691095523
Description
"The first comprehensive one-volume history of twentieth-century physics, the book takes us from the discovery of x-rays in the mid-1890s to superstring theory in the 1990s. Kragh writes about pure science with the expertise of a trained physicist, while keeping the content accessible to nonspecialists and paying careful attention to practical uses of science, ranging from compact disks to bombs. As a historian, Kragh outlines the social and economic contexts that have shaped the field in the twentieth century. He writes, for example, about the impact of the two world wars, the fate of physics under Hitler, Mussolini, and Stalin, the role of military research, the emerging leadership of the United States, and the backlash against science that began in the 1960s. He also shows how the revolutionary discoveries of scientists ranging from Einstein, Planck, and Bohr to Stephen Hawking have been built on the great traditions of earlier centuries."--BOOK JACKET.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Quantum Generations?
This edition of Quantum Generations has approximately 508 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 Quantum Generations?
For most readers, Quantum Generations typically takes between 10h 35m and 7h 3m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 127,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 8h 28m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 17 days • Estimated word count: 127,000 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 Quantum Generations?
The estimated word count for Quantum Generations is approximately 127,000 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 Quantum Generations?
Quantum Generations was written by Helge Kragh.
When was Quantum Generations published?
The publication date for this specific edition is March 4, 2002. The original work may have been published on a different date.