We Have No Idea

A Guide to the Unknown Universe

Jorge Cham, Daniel Whiteson

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English

John Murray
29 May 2018

Mathematics & Sciences; Popular science; Cosmology & the universe

In our small corner of the universe, we know how some matter behaves most of the time and what even less of it looks like, and we have some good guesses about where it all came from. But we really have no clue what's going on. In fact, we don't know what about 95% of the universe is made of.

So what happens when a cartoonist and a physicist walk into this strange, mostly unknown universe? Jorge Cham and Daniel Whiteson gleefully explore the biggest unknowns, why these things are still mysteries, and what a lot of smart people are doing to figure out the answers (or at least ask the right questions).

While they're at it, they helpfully demystify many complicated things we do know about, from quarks and neutrinos to gravitational waves and exploding black holes. With equal doses of humour and delight, they invite us to see the universe as a vast expanse of mostly uncharted territory that's still ours to explore.

This is a book for fans of Brian Cox and What If. This highly entertaining highly illustrated book is perfect for anyone who's curious about all the great mysteries physicists are going to solve next.

By: Jorge Cham, Daniel Whiteson
Imprint: John Murray
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 196mm, Width: 130mm, Spine: 28mm
Weight: 260g
ISBN: 9781473660205
ISBN 10: 1473660203
Pages: 368
Publication Date: 29 May 2018
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Reviews for We Have No Idea: A Guide to the Unknown Universe

I was captivated by the fluent and insightful story telling - http://www.dailykos.com/ Impressive - NASA Explains with vim, vigour, and entertaining illustrations... will get you well prepared for tomorrow's news - The Atlantic