Kaku does a great job explaining some of einsteins insights to nonspecialist readers, although in later chapters his explanations become less clear. It explores einstein s dreams in physics and explores these ideas. What is superstring theory and why is it important. Beyond einstein michio kaku paperback books online raru. Beyond einstein is a book that is written by michio kaku.
Michio kaku and fred jerome discuss albert einsteins. Daydreaming about racing a beam of light led to the special theory of relativity and the equation e mc2. The author divides einsteins career into three sections. Michio kaku spoke with fred jerome, author of the einstein file. He graduated from harvard and received his phd from berkeley.
As he did in visions, hyperspace, and beyond einstein, professor michio kaku has again penned a gem. Feb 01, 1987 and yet, having read einstein s relatively and then walter isaacsons einstein biography, this book by michio kaku is a breath of fresh air. Eminently readable, and as always packed full of related facts, this logically guided but wideeyed romp across the terrain of the impossible, nearimpossible and the farfetched impossible, contains a veritable boutique of novel and leadingedge ideas. A scientific odyssey through parallel universes, time warps, and the tenth dimension 1994 visions. Michio kaku is one of the most widely recognized figures in science in the world today. Kaku carries on einsteins quest to unite the four fundamental forces of nature into a single grand unified theory of everything. How science will revolutionize the 21st century12 1998. Fred jerome explained albert einstein had little belief in the effects of praying to god. The cosmic quest for the theory of the universe is a book by michio kaku, a theoretical physicist from the city college of new york, and jennifer trainer thompson.
The book was initially published on february 1, 1987. Coauthored by one of the leading pioneers in superstrings, michio kaku, and completely revised and updated with the newest groundbreaking research, the book. Theres no better short book that explains just what einstein did than einsteins cosmos. Maybe he believes in something like the god of spinoza that einstein talked about. It also describes why this is important in modern day physics and how it may be important in the future of physics. It describes theories of unification and theoretical physics. The first spans his childhood and education, concluding with the formulation of special relativity in one of five papers the 26yearold published in his miracle year. He was born on january 24th, 1947 in san jose, california and now lives with his wife and two daughters in new york city. He has appeared frequently on television, written for popular science. Michio kaku and fred jerome discuss albert einsteins belief.
May 18, 2004 starter book i think that hyperspace is a great starter book if you are just now getting into the publications of dr. Edgar hoovers secret war against the worlds most famous scientist. This book takes readers on an exciting excurision into the discoveries that have led scientists to the brightest new prospect in theoretical physics today. He has published several books and hosts television specials and a weekly radio program. Researchers at the national science foundation used a global network of space telescopes to capture the historic first image of a supermassive black hole and its shadow more than 55 million lightyears away from earth.
Michio kaku is a professor of physics at the city university of new york, cofounder of string field theory, and the author of several widely acclaimed science books, including hyperspace, beyond einstein, physics of the impossible, and physics of the future. Physics of the impossible, by michio kaku the independent. With originality and expertise, kaku uncovers the surprising beauty that lies at the heart of einsteins cosmos. In this enlightening book michio kaku reasseses einsteins work by centering on his three great theories special relativity, general relativity. Michio kaku leading theoretical physicist a cofounder of string theory and bestselling science storyteller shows how einstein used seemingly simple images to lead a revolution in science. Coauthored by michio kaku, one of the leading pioneers of superstrings, this is a thrilling account of the discoveries that have led scientists to the brightest new prospect in theoretical physics today. Many physicists had a heart attack when we got news from geneva, switzerland that einstein might be wrong.
Einsteins cosmos great discoveries series by michio kaku. The cosmic quest for the theory of the universe is a book by michio kaku, a theoretical physicist from the city college of new york, and. Albert einsteins biography by michio kaku south america. The other is to predict trends affecting business, commerce, and finance based on the latest research in science. Kaku is the author of various popular science books. Michio kaku is the cofounder of string field theory and is the author of international bestselling books such as hyperspace, visions, and beyond einstein. Dreaming of the impossible when michio was growing up, he loved science fiction shows and books, filled with timetraveling her. I would like to thank those individuals who have worked tirelessly to make this book a success.
Michio kaku is an american theoretical physicist at the city college of new york, bestselling author, a futurist, and a communicator and popularizer of science. Michio kaku born january 24, 1947 is an american theoretical physicist, the henry semat professor of theoretical physics at the city college of new york, a futurist, and a communicator and popularizer of science. The cosmic quest for the theory of the universe with jennifer thompson 1987 hyperspace. Albert einstein was a germanborn physicist who developed the special and general theories of relativity and won the nobel prize for physics in 1921 for his explanation of the photoelectric effect.
This week on press pass, were taking a deep dive into the human brain with a theoretical physicist renowned for pushing the boundaries of science, dr. Starter book i think that hyperspace is a great starter book if you are just now getting into the publications of dr. Michio kaku, joins cbsn to discuss the landmark announcement from a studio in seattle, where kaku was visiting for his u. He has written books and appeared on many television programs as well as film. Kaku is most widely known as a popularizer of science and physics outreach specialist. Perhaps it is simply the case that explaining relativity theory is simpler than explaining attempts at unifying relativity and quantum mechanics.
The first is einsteins unified field theory, which dr. In hyperspace, michio kaku, author of the widely acclaimed beyond einstein and a leading theoretical physicist, offers the first booklength tour of the most exciting and perhaps most bizarre work in modern physics, work which includes research on the tenth dimension. We have new and used copies available, in 1 editions. He hosts science fantastic, a nationally broadcast radio show, and lives in new york city. Beyond einstein michio kaku paperback books online. His stories inspires me a lot and i would be very glad to meet him. It focuses on the development of superstring theory, which might become the unified field theory of the strong force, the weak force, electromagnetism and gravity. Michio kakus ongoing search for finding a unified theory of physics is seen by many as continuing the work of albert einstein, who spent most of his later life and career searching for such a theory.
How science will revolutionize the 21st century, and. Your allaccess pass to an extra meet the press conversation. Beyond einstein research papers look at a book by michio kaku and jennifer trainer about the idea of physics in higher dimensions. Michio kaku born january 24, 1947, is a japanese american theoretical physicist, futurist, and popularizer. Michio kaku, a theoretical physicist, famed futurist and acclaimed public speaker, is the author of numerous new york times bestselling books including the. Great ideas can be explained in the language of pictures.
Reviews of the einstein s cosmos great discoveries series. I bought a book of kakus once i dont think i got more than one chapter in before giving up, and now i cant even remember the name of the book. Dr michio kaku sets out to complete einsteins theory. Machio kaku s shows on the science channel are must see for anyone interested in our universe. Michio kaku specializes in public outreach and explaining complicated physics concepts in terms people can understand and appreciate. I became a great fan of him after reading about him. It takes a while to read the couple hundred pages, but the book is one you read two or three times to get the most out of it. Oct 05, 2017 michio kaku quotes albert einstein, who said he found religion and science tied so that one is useless without the other. Beyond einstein continues his pretty easy to understand presentation of superstring theory, and related topics. Einstein described science without religion as lame, adding that religion without science is blind. Michio kaku states his conclusion, without explaining exactly how he reached it. Machio kakus shows on the science channel are must see for anyone interested in our universe. Physics is often stranger than science fiction, and i think science fiction takes its cues from physics. Michio kaku is a theoretical physicist, professor, and science popularizer.
Even in failure, however, einstein s late insights have led to new avenues of research as well as to the revitalization of the quest for pdf a theory of everything. Michio kaku s ongoing search for finding a unified theory of physics is seen by many as continuing the work of albert einstein, who spent most of his later life and career searching for such a theory. Marcia bartusiak, author of einsteins unfinished symphony jim bell, professor of astronomy, cornell university. Kaku has written several books about physics and related topics. Discount prices on books by michio kaku, including titles like the future of humanity. Einsteins sciencebased belief in god was a major focus of the discussion. The first spans his childhood and education, concluding with the formulation of special relativity in one of five papers the 26yearold published in his miracle year, 1905.
Meet physicist michio kaku, profiled by elizabeth finkel. Michio kaku history of a time to come internet archive. Michio kaku is a theoretical physicist at the city college of new york, a bestselling author, and a wellknown popularizer of science. Kaku, a string theorist, is the author of several physics books for a popular audience, including hyperspace and visions. Beyond einstein takes readers on an exciting excursion into the discoveries that have led scientists to the brightest new prospect in theoretical physics today superstring theory.
He is a professor of theoretical physics in the city college of new york and cuny graduate center. Beyond einstein pdf michio kaku, jennifer trainer thompson. The mind of god we believe is cosmic music, the music of strings resonating through 11 dimensional hyperspace. He is the science correspondent for cbss this morning and host of the radio programs science fantastic and explorations in science. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Einsteins cosmos great discoveries series by michio. Beyond einstein, by michio kaku and jennifer trainer, begins by peeking the interest of the reader in stating that a revolution is rocking the foundations of modern physics. Original answer i have never met michio kaku as he was segueing out of active research from the time i started graduate school. Its an easy read and will give you a grasp on many of the groundshaking ideas of all time. The cosmic quest for the theory of the universe by michio kaku, jennifer trainer thompson online at alibris. Beyond einstein by michio kaku, 9780385477819, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Can superstrings offer the fulfilment of einsteins lifelong dream of a theory of everything. Or rather, to be slightly more accurate, he has redefined the term to enable him realistically to examine and predict the future of. Michio kaku doesnt know the meaning of the word impossible.
Beyond einstein research papers on a book by michio kaku and. Reviews of the einsteins cosmos great discoveries series. Even in failure, however, einsteins late insights have led to new avenues of research as well as to the revitalization of the quest for pdf a theory of everything. Michio kaku, a theoretical physicist, famed futurist and acclaimed public speaker, is the author of numerous new york times bestselling books including the future of the mind, physics of the future, and physics of the impossible. And yet, having read einsteins relatively and then walter isaacsons einstein biography, this book by michio kaku is a breath of fresh air. Hes the cofounder of string field theory a branch of string theory and continues einsteins search to unite the four fundamental forces of nature into one unified theory. Great discoveries by michio kaku, ray porter, et al. He is also the cofounder of string field theory a branch of string theory, which is a continuation of einsteins search to unite the four fundamental forces of nature into one unified theory. An introduction 1993 and he will publish his new book, visions, with oup in early 1998. Coauthored by one of the leading pioneers in superstrings, michio kaku, and completely revised and updated with the newest groundbreaking research, the book approaches scientific questions with the excitement of a detective story, offering a fascinating look at the new science that may make the impossible possible. According to kaku, the theory is the leading and only candidate for a theory of everything that can complete einsteins dream. It focuses on the development of superstring theory, which might become the unified field theory of the strong force, the weak force. Introduction einstein, albert born march 14, 1879, ulm, wurttemberg, ger. Michio kaku is a theoretical physicist, bestselling author, acclaimed public speaker, renowned futurist, and popularizer of science.
Kaku has written several books about physics and related topics, has made frequent appearances on radio, television, and. Einstein is generally considered the most influential physicist. The cosmic quest for the theory of the universe new ed by kaku, michio, kaku, m. With originality and expertise, kaku uncovers the surprising beauty that lies at the heart of einstein s cosmos. Beyond einstein research papers on a book by michio kaku. Kaku does a great job explaining some of einstein s insights to nonspecialist readers, although in later chapters his explanations become less clear.
He is an internationally recognized authority in two areas. Beyond einstein takes readers on an exciting excursion into thediscoveries that have led scientists to the brightest new prospect intheoretical physics today superstring theory. If you are an einstein fan you can pick up a copy of einsteins cosmos which is also a good read. Michio kaku is an american theoretical physicist, best known as one of the founders of string field theory. Im sure hes written several excellent papers, but i dont. I do not know of any transformational papers hes written. Physics of the impossible by michio kaku talk on string theory einstein once said, if a theory cannot be explained to a child, then the theory is probably worthless, michio says.
Michio kaku is the henry semat professor in theoretical physics at the city university of new york. Oup publishes two of his books already hyperspace 1994 and quantum field theory. I quite often watch videos of various physicists and astronomers talking about the nature of the universe, but when kaku comes on, i skip it. Michio kaku on the future of the mind david gregory, anchor. Michio kaku s classic book describes the development of ideas about multidimensional space.
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