How the Universe Got Its Spots by Janna Levin 2002/R33c9 Diary of a Finite Time in a Finite Space PB

Is the universe infinite or just really big? With this question, the gifted young cosmologist Janna Levin not only announces the central theme of her intriguing and controversial new book but establishes herself as one of the most direct and unorthodox voices in contemporary science. For even as she sets out to determine how big “really big” may be, Levin gives us an intimate look at the day-to-day life of a globe-trotting physicist, complete with jet lag and romantic disturbances.

Nimbly synthesizing geometry, topology, chaos and string theories, Levin shows how the pattern of hot and cold spots left over from the big bang may one day reveal the size and shape of the cosmos. She does so with such originality, lucidity—and even poetry—that How the Universe Got Its Spots becomes a thrilling and deeply personal communication between a scientist and the lay reader.

ISBN: 1400032725
Format: paperback
Pages: 225
Book Condition: Fair
Dust Jacket:
Copyright: 2002 by Janna Levin
Publisher: Anchor Books
Edition:

Defects:
spine and covers show reader wear

----------------------------------------------
Thank you for visiting my store. If you have any questions you can contact me directly - click on CONTACT US or see the FAQ for more information.

Items ship via USPS with tracking provided.

If you are interested in combining items please contact me about the items and I can give you a combined shipping rate.

Enjoy your visit ... Have a Great Day