Quantum Generations: A History of Physics in the Twentieth Century
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Author: Helge Kragh
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 512
At the end of the 19th century, some physicists believed that the basic principles underlying their subject were already known, and that physics in the future would only consist of filling in the details. They could hardly have been more wrong. The 20th century saw the rise of quantum mechanics, relativity, cosmology, particle physics, and condensed-matter physics, among other fields. These subjects have fundamentally changed our understanding of space, time, and matter. They have also transormed daily life, inspiring a technological revolution that has included the development of radio, television, lasers, nuclear power, and computers. In this book, Helge Kragh presents a sweeping account of these extraordinary achievements of the 20th century.
Author: Helge Kragh
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 512
At the end of the 19th century, some physicists believed that the basic principles underlying their subject were already known, and that physics in the future would only consist of filling in the details. They could hardly have been more wrong. The 20th century saw the rise of quantum mechanics, relativity, cosmology, particle physics, and condensed-matter physics, among other fields. These subjects have fundamentally changed our understanding of space, time, and matter. They have also transormed daily life, inspiring a technological revolution that has included the development of radio, television, lasers, nuclear power, and computers. In this book, Helge Kragh presents a sweeping account of these extraordinary achievements of the 20th century.
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NB: This is a secondhand book in very good condition. See our FAQs for more information. Please note that the jacket image is indicative only. A description of our secondhand books is not always available. Please contact us if you have a question about this title.
Author: Helge Kragh
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 512
At the end of the 19th century, some physicists believed that the basic principles underlying their subject were already known, and that physics in the future would only consist of filling in the details. They could hardly have been more wrong. The 20th century saw the rise of quantum mechanics, relativity, cosmology, particle physics, and condensed-matter physics, among other fields. These subjects have fundamentally changed our understanding of space, time, and matter. They have also transormed daily life, inspiring a technological revolution that has included the development of radio, television, lasers, nuclear power, and computers. In this book, Helge Kragh presents a sweeping account of these extraordinary achievements of the 20th century.
Author: Helge Kragh
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 512
At the end of the 19th century, some physicists believed that the basic principles underlying their subject were already known, and that physics in the future would only consist of filling in the details. They could hardly have been more wrong. The 20th century saw the rise of quantum mechanics, relativity, cosmology, particle physics, and condensed-matter physics, among other fields. These subjects have fundamentally changed our understanding of space, time, and matter. They have also transormed daily life, inspiring a technological revolution that has included the development of radio, television, lasers, nuclear power, and computers. In this book, Helge Kragh presents a sweeping account of these extraordinary achievements of the 20th century.
Quantum Generations: A History of Physics in the Twentieth Century
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