A Beautiful Question

Explore the profound connections between beauty and truth in 'A Beautiful Question' by Frank Wilczek, a leading physicist. This captivating book delves into the intricate relationship between the universe's logic and our perception of beauty, intertwining science, art, and philosophy. With 448 pages of insightful exploration, Wilczek shows how the quest for understanding, from ancient times to modern physics, has always involved the search for beauty. Ideal for avid readers and seekers of knowledge, this B-format paperback edition, published by Penguin UK in 2016, will expand your mind and enhance your appreciation for the cosmos. Perfect for students, scientists, and art lovers alike, 'A Beautiful Question' bridges the gap between disciplines, inviting you to ponder the aesthetic underpinnings of the universe. Uncover how ideas of beauty have influenced scientific thought and how they continue to shape our understanding of the world around us. Embark on this intellectual journey and elevate your library with this essential read that speaks to both the heart and the intellect.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780718199463
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2016
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 448


Description:
In this scientific tour de force, world-class physicist Frank Wilczek argues that beauty is at the heart of the logic of the universe. As the quest to find the beauty embodied in the universe has connected all scientific pursuit, from Pythagoras to Einstein, Wilczek shows us just how deeply intertwined our ideas about beauty and art are with our understanding of the cosmos. A Beautiful Question is a mind-expanding book combining the age-old human quest for beauty with the age-old human quest for truth.