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The Grand Design,Used
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The first major work in nearly a decade by one of the world's great thinkersa marvelously concise book with new answers to the ultimate questions of life:When and how did the universe begin? Why are we here? Why is there something rather than nothing? What is the nature of reality? Why are the laws of nature so finely tuned as to allow for the existence of beings like ourselves? And, finally, is the apparent grand design of our universe evidence of a benevolent creator who set things in motionor does science offer another explanation?The most fundamental questions about the origins of the universe and of life itself, once the province of philosophy, now occupy the territory where scientists, philosophers, and theologians meetif only to disagree. In their new book, Stephen Hawking and Leonard Mlodinow present the most recent scientific thinking about the mysteries of the universe, in nontechnical language marked by both brilliance and simplicity.In The Grand Design, they explain that according to quantum theory, the cosmos does not have just a single existence or history, but rather that every possible history of the universe exists simultaneously. When applied to the universe as a whole, this idea calls into question the very notion of cause and effect. But the topdown approach to cosmology that Hawking and Mlodinow describe would say that the fact that the past takes no definite form means that we create history by observing it, rather than that history creates us. The authors further explain that we ourselves are the product of quantum fluctuations in the very early universe, and show how quantum theory predicts the multiversethe idea that ours is just one of many universes that appeared spontaneously out of nothing, each with different laws of nature.Along the way Hawking and Mlodinow question the conventional concept of reality, posing a modeldependent theory of reality as the best we can hope to find. And they conclude with a riveting assessment of Mtheory, an explanation of the laws governing us and our universe that is currently the only viable candidate for a complete theory of everything. If confirmed, they write, it will be the unified theory that Einstein was looking for, and the ultimate triumph of human reason.A succinct, startling, and lavishly illustrated guide to discoveries that are altering our understanding and threatening some of our most cherished belief systems, The Grand Design is a book that will informand provokelike no other.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'The Grand Design'? A: 'The Grand Design' explores fundamental questions about the universe, including its origins, the nature of reality, and the laws of nature, presented in accessible language by Stephen Hawking and Leonard Mlodinow.
- Q: Who are the authors of 'The Grand Design'? A: The book is authored by renowned physicist Stephen Hawking and physicist Leonard Mlodinow, both of whom are known for their contributions to theoretical physics.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Grand Design' have? A: 'The Grand Design' contains 208 pages, providing a succinct overview of complex scientific ideas.
- Q: Is 'The Grand Design' suitable for readers without a scientific background? A: Yes, the book is written in nontechnical language, making it accessible to readers without a scientific background.
- Q: What format is 'The Grand Design' available in? A: 'The Grand Design' is available in hardcover format, ensuring durability and a quality reading experience.
- Q: When was 'The Grand Design' published? A: 'The Grand Design' was published on September 7, 2010.
- Q: What topics are covered in 'The Grand Design'? A: The book addresses topics such as quantum theory, the multiverse, and M-theory, challenging conventional notions of reality and causality.
- Q: What is the condition of the book when purchased? A: 'The Grand Design' is available in brand new condition, ensuring that readers receive a pristine copy.
- Q: Does 'The Grand Design' include illustrations? A: Yes, the book is lavishly illustrated, enhancing the understanding of complex concepts discussed in the text.
- Q: What category does 'The Grand Design' belong to? A: 'The Grand Design' falls under the category of Astrophysics & Space Science, making it relevant for readers interested in these fields.