Questions About The Fabric of the Cosmos: Space, Time, and the Texture of Reality

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Is this book suitable for people with no science background, not even a basic one?

arcticlight In my opinion it is suitable, but it's not a fast read. You have to take time to think about the concepts and to understand them. I've been reading it…moreIn my opinion it is suitable, but it's not a fast read. You have to take time to think about the concepts and to understand them. I've been reading it in small parts to handle this.(less)

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Is it engaging or it just throws at you facts without passion? Is it also easy to read? Thanks.

Craig Wanderer I realize this is a old post, but for others I will recommend "Astrophysics for people in a Hurry" or "The Grand Design" for first time books.
While G…moreI realize this is a old post, but for others I will recommend "Astrophysics for people in a Hurry" or "The Grand Design" for first time books.
While Green tries to be entertaining, I have had a hard time focusing despite this not being even close to my first book on Cosmology.
Usually I cannot put these books down but I am struggling, I find him and Mccacu on the same level, smart as hell but despite their best efforts, not able to relate very well on paper.
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Is this book on similar lines with The Elegant Universe? If yes, then why should I read this one in case I have read The Elegant Universe?

Libbie They both have similar ideas, so I don't think you need to read this one if you've read The Elegant Universe. If you're really interested in science, …moreThey both have similar ideas, so I don't think you need to read this one if you've read The Elegant Universe. If you're really interested in science, go right ahead and read both, but you don't need to.(less)

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