Cosmology’s Century: An Inside History of Our Modern Understanding of the Universe

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P. J. E. Peebles

Cosmology’s Century

An Inside History of Our Modern Understanding of the Universe

P. J. E. Peebles

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Princeton University Pres
01 October 2020

Mathematics & Sciences; History of science; Cosmology & the universe; Astrophysics

From Nobel Prize-winning physicist P. J. E. Peebles, the story of cosmology from Einstein to today

Modern cosmology began a century ago with Albert Einstein's general theory of relativity and his notion of a homogenous, philosophically satisfying cosmos. Cosmology's Century is the story of how generations of scientists built on these thoughts and many new measurements to arrive at a well-tested physical theory of the structure and evolution of our expanding universe.

In this landmark book, one of the world's most esteemed theoretical cosmologists offers an unparalleled personal perspective on how the field developed. P. J. E. Peebles was at the forefront of many of the greatest discoveries of the past century, making fundamental contributions to our understanding of the presence of helium and microwave radiation from the hot big bang, the measures of the distribution and motion of ordinary matter, and the new kind of dark matter that allows us to make sense of these results. Taking readers from the field's beginnings, Peebles describes how scientists working in independent directions found themselves converging on a theory of cosmic evolution interesting enough to warrant the rigorous testing it passes so well. He explores the major advances — some inspired by remarkable insights or perhaps just lucky guesses — as well as the wrong turns taken and the roads not explored. He shares recollections from major players in this story and provides a rare, inside look at how natural science is really done.

A monumental work, Cosmology's Century also emphasises where the present theory is incomplete, suggesting exciting directions for continuing research.

'It's hard to imagine anyone better placed to recount the inside story of modern cosmology...

For anyone seriously interested in the ways of science and how we came to understand our place in the Universe, this is essential reading.' — Giles Sparrow, BBC Sky at Night Magazine

By: P. J. E. Peebles
Imprint: Princeton University Pres
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 235mm, Width: 156mm,
ISBN: 9780691196022
ISBN 10: 0691196028
Pages: 440
Publication Date: 01 October 2020
Audience: General/trade , Professional and scholarly , ELT Advanced , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

P. J. E. Peebles is a Nobel Prize-winning physicist and the author of Principles of Physical Cosmology, Quantum Mechanics, and Physical Cosmology (all Princeton). He is the Albert Einstein Professor of Science Emeritus in the Department of Physics at Princeton University.

Reviews for Cosmology’s Century: An Inside History of Our Modern Understanding of the Universe

James Peebles, Co-Winner of the Nobel Prize in Physics Finalist for the PROSE Award in Cosmology and Astronomy, Association of American Publishers It's hard to imagine anyone better placed to recount the inside story of modern cosmology. . . . For anyone seriously interested in the ways of science and how we came to understand our place in the Universe, this is essential reading. ---Giles Sparrow, BBC Sky at Night Magazine As expected, the quality is top-notch. . . . [Cosmology's Century] is also very well written. The book is essential reading for anyone interested in the first hundred years of modern cosmology. ---Phillip Helbig, The Observatory