Questions About The Elegant Universe: Superstrings, Hidden Dimensions, and the Quest for the Ultimate Theory

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Is this written so that a non-science-geek can understand it?

Leo Navis It is described very easily, actually. You will have to concentrate of course, but the examples are easy to understand.

He takes another route, if you…moreIt is described very easily, actually. You will have to concentrate of course, but the examples are easy to understand.

He takes another route, if you want. He doesn't try to teach you math but to show you through easy every-day-examples the concepts behind Einstein, Standardmodell and String-Theory. (less)

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Is this good? how can i borrow this book?

Abdurrahman Hassouna How can i get it ?
P.S : I'm from Morocco…moreHow can i get it ?
P.S : I'm from Morocco(less)

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Is this a good book for a second year physics student?

Carlos Yes if you like physics haha. It’s the beginning understanding of string theory and searching for a theory of everything

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is it outdated?

Auzy The best option today for up to date information about the same topic is The Hidden Reality by Brian Greene. Written in 2011, it definitely has the mo…moreThe best option today for up to date information about the same topic is The Hidden Reality by Brian Greene. Written in 2011, it definitely has the most recent findings about the String Theory and Parallel Universes.(less)

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