Ferreira, Pedro G.

The State of the Universe

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ISBN 13:
9780753822562
author:
Ferreira, Pedro G.
format:
Paperback
publisher:
W&N
language:
English
Publication Year:
2007
Pages:
320
Dimensions:
12.7 x 2.29 x 19.81 centimetres
Genre:
Earth sciences
Condition:
New
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The State of the Universe by Pedro Ferreira is an in-depth exploration of cosmological thinking from ancient Greece to the present day. This masterful overview delves into the development of our understanding of the universe, from Newton and Einstein's groundbreaking theories to the latest discoveries. At its core, the book seeks to unravel the cosmic code, aiming to crack the blueprint for nature's grandest conception - the universe itself. The author examines the principles behind the big bang cosmology, including gravity-warped space time and quantum mechanics, which have led to a simple yet elegant framework describing the universe over billions of years. However, recent evidence has introduced new complexities, such as dark matter and accelerating expansion, challenging our current model. Ferreira argues that Einstein's Universe may be just another stepping stone towards a more profound and effective cosmology in the future.

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