Three Roads to Quantum Gravity
Lee Smolin
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Three Roads to Quantum Gravity
by Lee Smolin
Published
2000
Publisher
Basic Books
Pages
240
ISBN-10
0465078354
Description
"It is a search for a view of the universe that unites two seemingly opposed pillars of modern science: Einstein's theory of general relativity, which deals with large scale phenomena like planets, solar systems and galaxies, and quantum theory, which deals with the world of the very small - molecules, atoms and electrons. In the last few years, physicists have made big steps toward their goal of a completely new theory of space, time and the universe, a "theory of everything." In Three Roads to Quantum Gravity, Lee Smolin, who has spent his career at the forefront of these new discoveries, presents the main ideas behind the new developments that have brought a quantum theory of gravity in sight. He explains in simple terms what scientists are talking about when they say the world is made from exotic entities such as loops, strings and black holes. As he does so, he tells the stories behind these discoveries: the rivalries, epiphanies and intrigues he witnessed first hand."--BOOK JACKET.
Subjects
Something Deeply Hidden
Lost in math
Quantum Gravity (Cambridge Monographs on Mathematical Physics)
Reality Is Not What It Seems
On the Origin of Time
Reality Is Not What It Seems
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Three Roads to Quantum Gravity?
This edition of Three Roads to Quantum Gravity has approximately 240 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
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Who is the author of Three Roads to Quantum Gravity?
Three Roads to Quantum Gravity was written by Lee Smolin.
When was Three Roads to Quantum Gravity published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2000. The original work may have been published on a different date.