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Quantum Theory Cannot Hurt You (Hardcover)

by Marcus Chown (Author)
4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (17 customer reviews)

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  • Hardcover: 192 pages
  • Publisher: Faber and Faber (1 Nov 2007)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 057123545X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0571235452
  • Product Dimensions: 21.8 x 14.2 x 2.6 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 108,389 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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"'This is what good popular science writing is all about.' Nature"

New Scientist, December 1, 2007
Science doesn't come harder than this but Chown makes it all look so easy.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Informed and unscathed, 14 Jan 2008
At last I've got it - thanks to Chown's excellent and concise book. Happily, he realises most readers won't have a thorough grounding in math, and introduces the universe, quantum theory and relativity, with characteristic verve. His highly original metaphors and use of analogy ensure the layperson moves effortlessly through the text, a real page-turner. I've given copies to my nephews who are studying physics at GCSE level, as a counter to the usual dry texts they find a chore. We've all found this book far more accessible than other `popularised' books and superficial whizz bang TV progs on the subject that merely left us bewildered. Given the current level of science illiteracy, especially around these areas, this excellent introduction should improve our grasp of some of the major developments in physics over the last century. There is a useful glossary and some good suggestions for further reading.
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18 of 19 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous!, 9 Dec 2007
By Ms. L. J. Oliver "lisa_joli" (Cheshire, UK) - See all my reviews
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I failed my last physics exam in 1983 with a grand score of 19% and was not allowed to take it at O level! Having had what I consider to have been one of the worst science teachers ever, I had never shown the remotest bit of interest in physics since. Then I discovered this man's books. I picked one up at a friend's house and was hooked. This is now the third one of his that I've read and he has opened my eyes to the wonders that are out there. It's a fascintating read which is pretty accessible to the average person if the reader is prepared to put a bit of effort in to concentrating on the trickier aspects.

Well worth a try even if you're a physics sceptic as I was!
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25 of 27 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Easier than Hawking !, 26 Nov 2007
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An excellent explanation of very tricky concepts. I have read many books on these subjects, but after reading this one I felt I understood it all at last.
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