The Accelerating Universe: Infinite Expansion, the Cosmological Constant, and the Beauty of the Cosmos

by Mario Livio Narrated by Tom Parks

Overview

"The Accelerating Universe is not only an informative book about modern cosmology. It is rich storytelling and, above all, a celebration of the human mind in its quest for beauty in all things."
-Alan Lightman, author of Einstein's Dreams

"This is a wonderfully lucid account of the extraordinary discoveries that have made the last years a golden period for observational cosmology. But Mario Livio has not only given the reader one clear explanation after another of what astronomers are up to, he has used them to construct a provocative argument for the importance of aesthetics in the development of science and for the inseparability of science, art, and culture."
-Lee Smolin, author of The Life of the Cosmos

"What a pleasure to read! An exciting, simple account of the universe revealed by modern astronomy. Beautifully written, clearly presented, informed by scientific and philosophical insights."
-John Bahcall, Institute for Advanced Study

"A book with charm, beauty, elegance, and importance. As authoritative a journey as can be taken through modern cosmology."
-Allan Sandage, Observatories of the Carnegie Institution of Washington

Editorial Reviews

Science Book Board

...Elegantly written and timely book. Offering extraordinarily clear explanations of all key concepts and theoretical ideas, Livio is a marvelous guide through this most exciting frontier in science today.

Francesco Bertola

The title of Mario Livio's book points directly to this new discovery about the Universe. He provides a detailed account of the facts that led to this extraordinary result, presenting them within the broader framework of modern cosmology, and explaining even complex concepts clearly.
— Nature Magazine

Product Details

BN ID:	2940169583823
Publisher:	Brilliance Audio
Publication date:	04/10/2018
Edition description:	Unabridged

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