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Inward Bound: Of Matter and Forces in the Physical World,Used
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Abraham Pais's Subtle Is the Lord was a publishing phenomenon: a mathematically sophisticated exposition of the science and the life of Albert Einstein that reached a huge audience and won an American Book Award. Reviewers hailed the book as 'a monument to sound scholarship and graceful style' (The New York Times Book Review), 'an extraordinary biography of an extraordinary man' (Christian Science Monitor), and 'a fine book' (Scientific American).In this groundbreaking new volume, Pais undertakes a history of the physics of matter and of physical forces since the discovery of xrays. The book attempts to relate not only what has happened over the last hundred years but why it happened the way it did, what it was like for those scientists involved, and how what at the time may have seemed a series of bizarre or unrelated events, now with hindsight emerges as a logical sequence of events.Pais, a noted physicist, was personally involved in many of the developments he describes, and thus Inward Bound , like his earlier book, is filled with unique insights into the world of big and small physics. Between 1895 and 1983, the period he covers, the smallest distances explored have shrunk a hundred millionfold, Pais notes. Along this incompletely traveled 'road inward,' scientists have established markers that later generations will rank among the principal monuments of the twentieth century. In alternating technical and nontechnical sections, this magisterial survey richly conveys what has been discovered about the constituents of matter, the laws to which they are subject, and the forces that act on them. But the advances have certainly not come smoothly. The book shows that these have been times of progress and stagnation, of order and chaos, of clarity and confusion, of belief and incredulity, of the conventional and the bizarre; also of revolutionaries and conservatives, of science by individuals and by consortia, of little gadgets and big machines, and of modest funds and big money.About the Author:Abraham Pais is Detlev W. Bronk Professor of Physics at the Rockefeller University.The author of the prizewinning biography of Einstein now undertakes a history of modern physics
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'Inward Bound: Of Matter and Forces in the Physical World'? A: The book explores the history of physics related to matter and physical forces, focusing on developments from the discovery of x-rays to the advancements made in the field until 1983.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Abraham Pais, a noted physicist and the Detlev W. Bronk Professor of Physics at the Rockefeller University.
- Q: What makes this book unique compared to other physics texts? A: Abraham Pais provides personal insights and historical context, blending technical and non-technical sections to make complex topics accessible and engaging.
- Q: Is 'Inward Bound' suitable for someone without a physics background? A: Yes, the book includes non-technical sections that can be understood by readers without a strong background in physics, while also providing in-depth analysis for more knowledgeable readers.
- Q: What is the publication date of the first edition? A: The first edition was published on April 24, 1986.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book has a total of 680 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as 'Acceptable', indicating it may show signs of wear but is still usable.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is bound in hardcover, providing durability and a professional appearance.
- Q: Can I find reviews of this book online? A: Yes, many readers have shared their reviews and insights about the book on various platforms, discussing its depth and accessibility.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations or diagrams? A: While the primary focus is on text, some editions may include illustrations or diagrams to help explain complex concepts.