Chown, Marcus
The Ascent of Gravity
- ISBN 13:
- 9781474601887
- author:
- Chown, Marcus
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Weidenfeld & Nicolson
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 13.2 x 20 x 2.1 centimetres (0.2
- Genre:
- Science, History, Science,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 8 working days
Description
The Ascent of Gravity: The Quest to Understand the Force that Explains Everything by Marcus Chown The force that keeps us grounded has been a subject of fascination for centuries. From its recognition in 1666 to the latest discoveries, gravity has remained the least understood of the fundamental forces. This journey through the history of gravity takes us from the early beginnings of physics to the latest breakthroughs in our understanding of the universe. As we explore the evolution of our understanding of gravity, we begin to uncover the secrets that lie at the heart of space, time, and the universe itself. With a light touch and a sense of wonder, the author brings us up to speed on the greatest challenge ever to confront physics, and the implications that this has for our understanding of the world around us. By examining the key milestones in the history of gravity, we gain a deeper appreciation for the complexity and beauty of the natural world, and the incredible progress that has been made in our quest to understand it.
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