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The Big Questions series enables renowned experts to tackle the 20 most fundamental and frequently asked questions of a major branch of science or philosophy. Each 3000-word essay simply and concisely examines a question that has eternally perplexed enquiring minds, providing answers from history's great thinkers. This ambitious project is a unique distillation of humanity's best ideas. In Big Questions: The Universe, Dr Stuart Clark tackles the 20 key questions of astronomy and cosmology: What is the universe? How big is the universe? How old is the universe? What are stars made from? How did the Universe form? Why do the planets stay in orbit? Was Einstein right? What are black holes? How did the Earth form? What were the first celestial objects? What is dark matter? What is dark energy? Are we really made from stardust? Is there life on Mars? Are there other intelligent beings? Can we travel through time and space? Can the laws of physics change? Are there alternative universes? What will be the fate of the universe? Is there cosmological evidence for God?
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The Big Questions series confronts the fundamental problems of science and philosophy that have perplexed enquiring minds throughout history. Each enlightening title provides and explains the answers of our greatest thinkers. In Big Questions: The Universe, Stuart Clark tackles the 20 key questions of astronomy, cosmology and existence itself. What is the Universe? Do other intelligent beings exist? What are black holes? Was Einstein right? How did the Universe begin? What is dark matter? Why is 75% of the Universe a mystery? Is there life on Mars? Are there alternative universes? How will the Universe end? Are we really made from star dust? Can we travel through time? How old is the Universe? What are stars made of? Why doesn't the moon fall down? Can the laws of physics change? How big is the Universe? What was the Big Bang? How did the Earth form? Is there evidence for God?
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I have read a number of books on how the universe began, eg Brian Greens The Elegant Universe, Hawkins Grand Design, and those have been excellent in explaining the mind boggling nature of how the big bang happened. This book covers some of the same ground but it does it in a way that makes it easier to retain the knowledge - I think the writing style, and the way it sets out to answer key questions really helps. If I had to choose between the 3 I would get this one, but dont let that stop you getting all 3.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
A good brief overview of cosmology. The book touches briefly on a wide range of topics in a clear and precise way. It is easily understood to the non scientific mind but I found myself craving a little more knowledge on the subjects approached by Stuart Clark. This is an excellent introduction to Cosmology but no more than that. If it gives people an apatite for further reading on the subject that's only a good thing.
I can recommend Marcus Chown as a follow on author to read when you have finished this book. Especially if you enjoyed all the parallel universe stuff.
I can recommend Marcus Chown as a follow on author to read when you have finished this book. Especially if you enjoyed all the parallel universe stuff.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
An excellent book. Couldn't put it down. I was lucky enough to get my book signed by Stuart Clark not long after I purchased it. If your a space nut like me then buy this book.
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