Alexander, Stephon
The Jazz of Physics
- ISBN 13:
- 9780465093571
- author:
- Alexander, Stephon
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Basic Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 272
- Dimensions:
- 20.83 x 13.97 x 1.78 centimetres
- Genre:
- 20.83 x 13.97 x 1.78 centimetres, Science, Physics, Music,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The connection between music and the universe has long been a source of fascination. Physicist and jazz musician Stephon Alexander explores this link, tracing the threads of inspiration from ancient thinkers to modern-day discoveries.
From the geometric patterns of jazz to the mathematical harmonies of the universe, Alexander reveals the surprising ways in which music and physics intersect. This journey takes readers from the Bronx to the cosmic horizon, uncovering the hidden patterns that underlie our understanding of the world.
By exploring the intersections of music and physics, Alexander sheds new light on some of the universe's most enduring mysteries. A fascinating and thought-provoking exploration of the connections between art and science, this book is a worthwhile read for anyone curious about the nature of reality.