Gamow presents complex subjects with simple analogies and clever cartoons. Facts and speculations of science dover books on mathematics on. Infinity, george gamow is one of the founders of the big bang theory. This is not only a popular science classic written by one of the originators of the big bang theory not called that by gamow, it was the book that got me interested in science and my brother interested in mathematics. In his middle and late career, gamow directed much of his attention to teaching and wrote popular books on science, including one two three. One, two, three infinity by george gamow and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Facts and speculations of science mass market paperback. One book, which i found in 1947 when i was 15 was the book by george gamow called one, two, three infinity, which i still reread from time to time.
By one of the leading physicists of the twentieth century, george gamows one, two, threeinfinity is one of the most memorable popular books on physics, mathematics, and science generally ever written, famous for having, directly or indirectly, launched the academic andor scientific careers of many young people whose first real encounter. Get it today with same day delivery, order pickup or drive up. Whether youve loved the book or not, if you give your honest and detailed thoughts then people will find new books that are right for them. Other readers will always be interested in your opinion of the books youve read. It belongs in the library of anyone curious about the wonders of the scientific universe. Whenever possible, i linked to books with my amazon affiliate code, and as an amazon associate i earn from qualifying purchases. Facts and speculations of science, and thirty years that shook physics. Modern science made easy by one of the leading physicists of the twentieth century, george gamows one, two, three infinity is one of the most memorable popular books on physics, mathematics, and science generally ever written, famous for having, directly.
By one of the leading physicists of the twentieth century, george gamows one, two, threeinfinity is one of the most memorable popular books on physics, mathematics, and science generally ever. By reading the right books, especially george gamow s 1947 classic, one, two, three infinity. Its just a book describing the wonders of nature and, to the extent that a high school kid could understand, how we understand things about nature. Infinity by george gamow, 9780486256641, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. By one of the leading physicists of the twentieth century, george gamows one, two, threeinfinity is one of the most memorable popular books on physics, mathematics, and science generally ever written, famous for having, directly or indirectly, launched the academic andor scientific careers of many young people whose first real encounter with the wonders and mysteries of mathematics and science was. Gamow, one of the greatest physicists of 20th century, whose passion for the maths and science is communicated in this book. Find all the books, read about the author, and more.
We learn how to measure the height of an oil molecule in a bathtub, the rotation of our milky way with a red i love laymen science and this is the best ive read. The time has come, the walrus said, to talk of many things. Infinity and the mr tompkins series of books 19391967. Great to get the same pocket version that we had, in lieu of reprinted edition. Some of his books are still in print more than a halfcentury after their original publication. Facts and speculations of science is a popular science book by theoretical physicist george gamow, first published in 1947, exploring some fundamental concepts in mathematics and science, written at a level understandable by middle school students up through intelligent layman adults. Over 120 delightful penandink illustrations by the author add another. One, two, three infinity 05532784 by gamow, george. Gamow was first to explain alpha decay, helped develop big bang theory, and later turned to. Gamow doesnt shy away from equations or highschool algebra, although he does avoid calculus entirely.
Facts and speculations of science is a popular science book by theoretical physicist george gamow, first published in 1947, exploring. Purchasing from these links helps to keep the website running, and i am grateful for your support. George gamow important scientists the physics of the. I bought this book after hearing noam chomsky speak highly of it while being interviewed. His chapters on space, the fourth dimension, and relativity dig a bit deeper than hawkings brief history of time. One, two, three infinity mass market paperback june 1, 1971 by george gamow author. Facts and speculations of science dover books on mathematics george gamow isbn. Mathematics and the imagination dover books on mathematics paperback. S11os00356 wonder book is a top rated plus seller in business since 1980 and online since 1997. Unfortunately, george gamow died in 1968 and one two three. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Infinity dover books on mathematics by george gamow paperback at target. Facts and speculations of science dover books on mathematics george gamow. But because of the wonderful diagrams and lucid text, even people who dont want to understand the equations can pick up a great deal from this book.
Over 120 delightful penandink illustrations by the author add another dimension of goodnatured charm to these wideranging explorations. Infinity, as in his other books, george gamow succeeds where others fail because of his remarkable ability to combine technical accuracy, choice of material, dignity of expression, and readability. George gamow has 49 books on goodreads with 26760 ratings. Mathematics and the imagination dover books on mathematics edward kasner. Infinity quotes showing 11 of 1 since the atoms are indestructible, the disintegration of human body after death should be actually considered as the dispersion of the separate filaments except. By one of the leading physicists of the twentieth century, george gamows one, two, three infinity is one of the most memorable popular books on physics, mathematics, and science generally ever written, famous for having, directly or indirectly, launched the academic andor scientific careers of many young people whose first real encounter. Facts and speculations of science paperback published 1962 by the viking press, inc compass books edition c127, paperback, 340 pages. George gamow books list of books by author george gamow. Facts and speculations of science by george gamow 3,203 ratings, 4.
One, two, three infinity gamow, george mass market paperback publisher. Facts and speculations of science is a popular science book by theoretical physicist george gamow, first published in 1947, exploring some fundamental concepts in. One, two, three infinity gamow, george mass market paperback used good. See all books authored by george gamow, including one, two, three.
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