The Infinite Monkey Cage - How to Build a Universe

by Prof. Brian Cox, Robin Ince, Alexandra Feachem Narrated by Prof. Brian Cox, Robin Ince, Alexandra Feachem

Overview

The Infinite Monkey Cage, the legendary BBC Radio 4 programme, brings you this irreverent celebration of scientific marvels. Join us on a hectic leap through the grand and bizarre ideas conjured up by human imagination, from dark matter to consciousness via neutrinos and earthworms.

Professor Brian Cox and Robin Ince muse on multifaceted subjects involved in building a universe, with pearls of wisdom from leading scientists and comedians peppered throughout.

Covering billions of concepts and conundrums, they tackle everything from the Big Bang to parallel universes, fierce creatures to extraterrestrial life, brain science to artificial intelligence. How to Build a Universe is an illuminating and inspirational celebration of science - sometimes silly, sometimes astounding and very occasionally facetious.

This bestseller, popular among astronomy enthusiasts, humorously delves into the culture of scientific exploration. It's a top choice for those interested in the social aspects of cosmology, painting a vivid picture of the universe.

For fans of Stephen Hawking (Brief Answers to the Big Questions), Neil Degrasse Tyson (Astrophysics for People in a Hurry), Brian Clegg (Interstellar Tours), Brian Greene (Until the End of Time), and Carlo Rovelli (Reality Is Not What It Seems).

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

Praise for the BBC Radio 4 programme The Infinite Monkey Cage:

‘A witty and irreverent look at the world according to science’ Independent

Praise for Professor Brian Cox:

‘Cox’s romantic, lyrical approach to astrophysics all adds up to an experience that feels less like homework and more like having a story told to you. A really good story, too.’ Guardian

‘He bridges the gap between our childish sense of wonder and a rather more professional grasp of the scale of things.’ Independent

‘Engaging, ambitious and creative.’ Guardian

‘Professor Cox shows us the cosmos as we have never seen it before – a place full of the most bizarre and powerful natural phenomena.’ Sunday Express

Product Details

BN ID:	2940173749833
Publisher:	HarperCollins UK
Publication date:	10/19/2017
Edition description:	Unabridged

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