String Theory For Dummies 1st Edition by Andrew Zimmerman Jones (PDF)

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A clear, plain-English guide to this complex scientific theoryString theory is the hottest topic in physics right now, with books on the subject (pro and con) flying out of the stores. String Theory For Dummies offers an accessible introduction to this highly mathematical “theory of everything,” which posits ten or more dimensions in an attempt to explain the basic nature of matter and energy. Written for both students and people interested in science, this guide explains concepts, discusses the string theory’s hypotheses and predictions, and presents the math in an approachable manner. It features in-depth examples and an easy-to-understand style so that readers can understand this controversial, cutting-edge theory.

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Editorial Reviews: From the Inside Flap Learn:The basic concepts of this controversial theoryHow string theory builds on physics conceptsThe different viewpoints in the fieldString theory’s physical implicationsYour plain-English guide to this complex scientific theoryString theory is one of the most complicated sciences being explored today. Not to worry though! This informative guide clearly explains the basics of this hot topic, discusses the theory’s hypotheses and predictions, and explores its curious implications. It also presents the critical viewpoints in opposition to string theory so you can draw your own conclusions. Understand the “theory of everything” — grasp the key concepts and importance of the theory, and learn why scientists are so excited about finding a theory of quantum gravityIt all comes down to physics — discover how string theory is built upon the major scientific developments of the early 20th centuryBuilding the theory — trace the creation and development of string theory, discover its predictions, and see whether accurate conclusions can be madeTake string theory for a spin — explore the core issue of extra dimensions, the implications for cosmology, and how string theory could explain certain properties of our universeBoldly go where no one has gone — see what string theory has to say about possible parallel universes, the origin and fate of our universe, and the potential for time travelHear from the critics — listen in on the heated debates about string theory and weigh the alternatives being offeredOpen the book and find:The questions string theory attempts to answerEasy-to-follow examplesExplanations of Einstein’s theory of relativity, quantum theory, and particle physicsThe successes and failures of string theoryFascinating bits of string theory including strings and branesWays that string theory can be testedDiscussions of loop quantum gravity and other possible alternative theories of gravityHow the theory may relate to cosmic mysteries, from the origin of matter to black holes From the Back Cover Learn:The basic concepts of this controversial theoryHow string theory builds on physics conceptsThe different viewpoints in the fieldString theory’s physical implicationsYour plain-English guide to this complex scientific theoryString theory is one of the most complicated sciences being explored today. Not to worry though! This informative guide clearly explains the basics of this hot topic, discusses the theory’s hypotheses and predictions, and explores its curious implications. It also presents the critical viewpoints in opposition to string theory so you can draw your own conclusions. Understand the “theory of everything” — grasp the key concepts and importance of the theory, and learn why scientists are so excited about finding a theory of quantum gravityIt all comes down to physics — discover how string theory is built upon the major scientific developments of the early 20th centuryBuilding the theory — trace the creation and development of string theory, discover its predictions, and see whether accurate conclusions can be madeTake string theory for a spin — explore the core issue of extra dimensions, the implications for cosmology, and how string theory could explain certain properties of our universeBoldly go where no one has gone — see what string theory has to say about possible parallel universes, the origin and fate of our universe, and the potential for time travelHear from the critics — listen in on the heated debates about string theory and weigh the alternatives being offeredOpen the book and find:The questions string theory attempts to answerEasy-to-follow examplesExplanations of Einstein’s theory of relativity, quantum theory, and particle physicsThe successes and failures of string theoryFascinating bits of string theory including strings and branesWays that string theory can be testedDiscussions of loop quantum gravity and other possible alternative theories of gravityHow the theory may relate to cosmic mysteries, from the origin of matter to black holes About the Author Andrew Zimmerman Jones received his physics degree and graduated with honors from Wabash College, where he earned the Harold Q. Fuller Prize in Physics. He is the Physics Guide for the New York Times’ About.com Web site. Daniel Robbins received his PhD in physics from the University of Chicago and currently studies string theory and its implications at Texas A&M University. Read more

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⭐This is a specialty book, so if you are thinking about string theory and know the Dummies books, you should just buy it. I started with this book because I had questions about the universe, the life of stars and the general physics level question of a “Theory of Everything.” It was enough to lead me to string theory.I’m very happy with this book and the format. There is an overall view of string theory that was then placed into context of general physics and historical developments. I really gave up calculus in high school, but he keeps the math out of this book. He does however, lay enough bread crumbs in enough directions that if you want to learn more it would be easy to follow up.In particular, I like how there were sections talking about the experimental evidence, the lack of it, and the criticisms in this area of science.

⭐Less than 5% of the material really talks about string theory, or rather where it came from. Great history lesson. I still know little, a string is smaller than the smallest thing ever. Smaller than Plank’s physics values. A string is one billionth of one billionth the size of an Atoms Protron. Strings in my opinion is fantasy Math. They got it wrong Chaos theory makes since and should be called string theory, string theories conclusion drawers will probably never be recognized or seriously learned from. It seems like math tricks to me related to unfolding dimensions that can be assigned values to draw conclusions. Not real application science.

⭐As a “starter” book on a tough subject, unfortunately our author has organized his book in a way that the reader will be asked to go, sometimes, far ahead in the book in order to get greater detail on a subject introduced in the current chapter being read. However, if you can keep everything you have read, alive in your brain, the book does serves the purpose of giving the reader easy to understand explanations of the basics of string theory.

⭐Provides clear explanation for non-scientists. I like that they avoided formulas and calculations. Objectively puts pro and con ideas. I really enjoyed the book because it gives much information and investigates the topic in every aspect. The evolution of the theory, why we are searching for a theory of quantum gravity, what extra dimensions mean etc. The only thing that bothered me in the book is that there are too many references. 1 out of 5 sentences tells you to check other chapters or pages for more information, which distracts reader’s attention while reading.

⭐Like most string theory books for the non-mathematical reader, this one has lots of history about ST, but not much about the details. Lots of references to “more detailed” explanations elsewhere in the book, sometimes forward, sometimes back. But, the explanations are unsatisfactory either way. Some authors can explain science to the layman and convey some valid understanding of the subject. This one doesn’t. For what it does, history, it is good. But, that’s it.

⭐The book that every one should read to understand.

⭐Though a good deal of the book in understandable for most of us dummies, it does get into some description of somethings quite esoteric.

⭐I really enjoyed reading this book due to the author’s insight into and clear explanation of the intricacies of string theory and related topics.

⭐This will be the last “For Dummies” book that I will ever buy.I used to hold this series in high regard, but this author has put paid to that.I got as far as chapter four. How can anybody write SO many words, without actually saying anything?? He uses LOTS of words, but tells me NOTHING!!! His favourite phase is “See chapter _____”The author might know physics, I really don’t know. But I do know that he cannot write a book!!It must have taken me 5 minutes to log into Amazon, find this book, and check out. I learned much, much more, in the same time spent on Wikipedia.I cannot recommend this book, unless you want something on you bookshelf to impress people. Just do not let them read it!

⭐The review that’s rate this book as “awful” and “saying nothing” is very misleading.This is the most complex theory in modern physics being explained without mathematical equations and symbols. It is NOT going to be easy. The author does it very well for the layman.I just wanted a simple read about one of the most exciting theories ever!What do I know? I only did Maths & Physics at university 40 years ago.

⭐If your scientific education is BBC’s Horizon and/or Discovery Channel, with limited maths skills(like me), and you want to know more about string theory, then this is the book for you.The author explains a really abstract theory (or theories, depending which way you look at it) in a simple and uncomplicated way and satisfied my curiousity with enough imformation. The book does make you think in an abstract way which is a good thing so long as you don’t do too much of it in work because your boss might call it daydreaming (unless you’re a theoretical physicist)!Ironically, because Mr. Jones presents a well balanced view of the controversy surrounding string theory, he has stripped away the glitzy, graphically enhanced visuals of my aforementioned TV shows, and now I’m not so sure about the theory as a further understanding of nature. I now see these TV shows as propaganda from scientific/political lobbyists.I don’t think this was the author’s intention but I do think the book has done a great job and has given me a more informed opinion on string theory and the confidence to question and debate it.

⭐Excellent wel laid out for those learning.As with all the dummies books they break it down for you in a easier way to understand.

⭐A good summary of the progress of M-Theory/String Theory. It demonstrates the reasons string theory has arisen, explains the theory, and then looks at the possible implications. The book also examines the potential flaws of the theory, and looks at alternative theories.

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