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Over 120 delightful pen-and-ink illustrations by the author, add another dimension of good-natured charm to these wide-ranging explorations. A mind-expanding volume for the layman and the science-minded.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I first read this book when I was 14. It seeded my interest in science and mathematics. I really enjoyed spending several hours experimenting with the ideas in the book. It was a great introduction to the concepts of Relativity. After 26 years, and my son now turning 14, I had a feeling of nostalgia about the book. So, I bought a used copy via www.amazon.com in the USA. We are enjoying reading the book. This book is like a Hawking's 'Brief History of Time' of yesteryear! Don't hesitate - get it!
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
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Intellectural treats, whimsy, but deep. Illustrated with lovely drawings by Gamow himself. Much of it can be understood by a child, and other parts might require a little concentration. All of it is great fun. The author Gamow started in nuclear physics, during the Golden Age of Physics, worked with Niels Bohr, then later in the US, on the Manhattan Project during WWII, and after the war, he was professor in Boulder Colorado. The books he wrote are pearls, and they have been equally popular with my parent's generation as with mine. Luckely some have been reprinted! Other Gamow titles: Biography of Physics, Atomic Energy [dedicated to the hope of lasting peace], Physics of the Strapless Evning Gown,...We are lucky that Dover has reprinted some of them. Do more Dover!
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
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I read this book some four years back. That was the first time when I could visualize time as a fourth dimension. It made it very easy. From there on I have been reading several other books on similar topics. Truly an inspiring book.
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great intro to physics
Seems that this book inspired many young people to find out more about science or become scientists and I can see why, it's well written, well organised and very informative. Read more
Published on 27 Dec 2009 by John Ct
Physics explained in very simple and entertaining way
I read this book first at the age of 14. It was recommended by our Physics teacher. I have read and reread this since then till somebody thought he needs my book more than I do. Read more
Published on 1 Dec 1999
Fascinating conversational intro to relativity and such
I first read this book when I was thirteen and recently rediscovered it. Written in a conversational tone with many anecdotal illustrations, it is a fun introduction to math... Read more
Published on 15 April 1999
Precursor to "Godel, Escher, Bach"
This book changed my life! I wore out one copy and the second copy is showing wear also. This book led me to a life in mathematics and computer science and a 30 year teaching... Read more
Published on 19 Nov 1998
The book that introduced me to the wonders of science
I read this book long long ago (30 years) in a place far far away (in Chenappady, India where I was born and raised). I was in high school and Prof. Read more
Published on 16 April 1998
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