Einstein's Unfinished Revolution

Explore the groundbreaking insights of 'Einstein's Unfinished Revolution' by Lee Smolin, a thought-provoking book that delves into the heart of quantum physics. This B-format paperback, published in 2020 by Penguin UK, presents a compelling case against the mystical interpretations of quantum mechanics that have dominated modern physics. Smolin argues for a realist approach, challenging the dominant paradigm that suggests our understanding of reality is merely a fantasy. In these 352 pages, readers will discover Smolin's vision of a new model of quantum physics that aims to bridge the gap between perception and reality. This book is essential for anyone interested in the philosophical implications of quantum mechanics, the true nature of atoms, and the urgent need for a scientific foundation built on realism. Ideal for physicists, students, and anyone curious about the universe's mysteries, 'Einstein's Unfinished Revolution' promises to reshape your understanding of physics and reality itself. With its compelling narrative and fresh perspective, this book will captivate readers and reignite interest in fundamental questions about existence. Plus, enjoy FREE shipping on your order! Please note that combined shipping with other products is not available, and allow up to 10 days for delivery.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141979168
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2020
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 352


Description:
Human beings, says Lee Smolin, have always had a problem with the boundary between reality and fantasy, confusing our representations of the world with the world itself. Nowhere is this more evident than in quantum physics, which forms the basis for our understanding of everything from elementary particles to the behaviour of materials.

While quantum mechanics is currently our best theory of nature at an atomic scale, it has many puzzling qualities - qualities that preclude realism and therefore give an incomplete description of nature. Rather than question this version of quantum mechanics, however, whole groups of physicists have embraced it as correct and rejected realism. Subscribing to a kind of magical thinking, they believe that what is real is far beyond the world we perceive- indeed, that the 'true' world is hidden from our perception.

Back in the 1920s Einstein, both a realist and a physicist, believed that it was necessary to go beyond quantum mechanics to discover what was missing from a true theory of the atoms. This was Einstein's unfinished mission, and it is Lee Smolin's too.

Not only will this new model of quantum physics form the basis of solutions to many of the outstanding problems of physics, but, crucially, it is a theory that is realist in nature. At a time when science is under attack, and with it the belief in a real world in which facts are either true or false, never has the importance of building science on the correct foundations been more urgent.

This product has FREE shipping however combined shipping for other products is not available with this item. Please allow up to 10 days for shipping.