The Future of Theoretical Physics and Cosmology: Celebrating Stephen Hawking's Contributions to Physics

ISBN 10: 0521820812 / ISBN 13: 9780521820813

Published by Cambridge University Press, 2003

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Based on landmark lectures given in honor of Stephen Hawking's 60th birthday, this monumental book compiles cutting-edge evaluations from the world's leading theoretical physicists (including Kip Thorne, Roger Penrose, and Martin Rees). It spans advanced subjects like quantum gravity, black holes, warped spacetime, string theory, and cosmic inflation. An absolute museum-grade copy for any serious physics scholar, collector, or institutional archive.

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Title: The Future of Theoretical Physics and Cosmology: Celebrating Stephen Hawking's Contributions to Physics
Editors: G. W. Gibbons, E. P. S. Shellard, and S. J. Rankin
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published Year: 2003 (First Edition)
Format: Heavy Hardcover with Dust Jacket (906 Pages)
ISBN-10: 0521820812
ISBN-13: 9780521820813.

Seller Inventory # ABE-1782663144147

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Future of Theoretical Physics and Cosmology: Celebrating Stephen Hawking's Contributions to Physics
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication Date: 2003
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0521820812
• ISBN 13: 9780521820813
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: New
• Dust Jacket Condition: New
• Dimensions: 7W x 9.75H x 2D inches 7 inches width by 9.75 inches height by 2 inches depth
• Weight: 3.594 pounds

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Synopsis

Based on lectures given in honor of Stephen Hawking's 60th birthday, this book comprises contributions from the world's leading theoretical physicists. Popular lectures progress to a critical evaluation of more advanced subjects in modern cosmology and theoretical physics. Topics covered include the origin of the universe, warped spacetime, cosmological singularities, quantum gravity, black holes, string theory, quantum cosmology and inflation. The volume provides a fascinating overview of the variety of subjects to which Stephen Hawking has contributed.

Book Description

Based on lectures given in honor of Stephen Hawking's 60th birthday, this book comprises contributions from the world's leading theoretical physicists. It begins with a introductory section with popular-level lectures and then goes on to provide a critical evaluation of more advanced subjects in modern cosmology and theoretical physics. Topics covered include the origin of the universe, warped spacetime, cosmological singularities, quantum gravity, black holes, string theory, quantum cosmology and inflation. This book provides a fascinating overview of the wide variety of subject areas to which Stephen Hawking has contributed.