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The Dreams That Stuff Is Made Of: The Most Astounding Papers Of Quantum Physicsand How They Shook The Scientific World,Used
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God Does Not Play Dice With The Universe.' So Said Albert Einstein In Response To The First Discoveries That Launched Quantum Physics, As They Suggested A Random Universe That Seemed To Violate The Laws Of Common Sense. This 20Thcentury Scientific Revolution Completely Shattered Newtonian Laws, Inciting A Crisis Of Thought That Challenged Scientists To Think Differently About Matter And Subatomic Particles.The Dreams That Stuff Is Made Of Compiles The Essential Works From The Scientists Who Sparked The Paradigm Shift That Changed The Face Of Physics Forever, Pushing Our Understanding Of The Universe On To An Entirely New Level Of Comprehension. Gathered In This Anthology Is The Scholarship That Shocked And Befuddled The Scientific World, Including Works By Niels Bohr, Max Planck, Werner Heisenberg, Max Born, Erwin Schrodinger, J. Robert Oppenheimer, Richard Feynman, As Well As An Introduction By Today'S Most Celebrated Scientist, Stephen Hawking.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Dreams That Stuff Is Made Of'? A: The book explores the revolutionary ideas of quantum physics and the pivotal papers that transformed scientific thought, highlighting the works of key figures like Albert Einstein, Niels Bohr, and Stephen Hawking.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is edited by Stephen Hawking, a renowned theoretical physicist known for his contributions to cosmology and quantum gravity.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: The book has a total of 1088 pages, making it a comprehensive anthology of important scientific papers.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition is a hardcover, which provides durability and a premium feel suitable for a scholarly collection.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in quantum physics? A: While the book contains significant scientific works and concepts, it may be more suitable for readers with some prior knowledge of physics due to its advanced topics.
- Q: What condition is this used book in? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating it has been previously owned but is still in a respectable state for reading.
- Q: When was 'The Dreams That Stuff Is Made Of' published? A: The book was published on October 25, 2011.
- Q: Does the book include any modern commentary? A: Yes, the anthology features an introduction by Stephen Hawking, offering modern insights into the historical significance of the papers included.
- Q: What topics are covered in the essays included in this book? A: The essays cover various topics in quantum physics and its implications on scientific thought, including discussions on matter, subatomic particles, and the philosophical consequences of quantum mechanics.
- Q: Is there any additional material included in the book? A: The book primarily compiles essential papers from notable scientists, but it does not include extensive additional materials like footnotes or commentary for each paper.