Reality is Not What it Seems by Carlo Rovelli 2017 Paperback New

Description: Reality is Not What it Seemsby Carlo Rovelli Synopsis: Carlo Rovelli's book, "Reality Is Not What It Seems," takes readers on a captivating journey through the history of our understanding of the world. From ancient philosophers like Aristotle to modern-day physicists like Albert Einstein and the discovery of the Higgs boson, Rovelli explores the fundamental questions of what time, space, and matter are made of, and ultimately challenges our perception of reality.In this thought-provoking book, Rovelli presents complex scientific concepts in a way that is accessible to a wide audience. He effortlessly weaves together the ideas of some of the greatest thinkers in history, from Democritus to Newton, and explains their contributions to our understanding of the universe. Rovelli's writing is clear, elegant, and filled with charm, making it a joy to read for both science enthusiasts and those with little background in physics.One of the key themes explored in the book is the concept of quantum gravity. Rovelli introduces readers to the idea that at the deepest level, the universe is not made up of continuous space and time, but rather a discrete and granular structure. He explains how this revolutionary concept challenges our traditional understanding of reality and opens up new possibilities for scientific exploration.Throughout the book, Rovelli emphasizes the importance of questioning our assumptions and being open to new ideas. He encourages readers to think critically and to challenge the boundaries of what we know. By doing so, Book Information:ISBN 13: 9780141983219Publisher: Penguin UKYear: 2017Format: Paperback Shipping Shipping service:We strive to provide the best possible methods of shipping for your book, so that you buy from us without worrying about shipping time, extra charges, delays or any other hassles. US Shipping: Shipments to US lower 48 states will be shipped from our distribution point in US via USPS media mail / other domestic couriers with valid tracking information. UK Shipping: Shipments to UK are dispatched from India via couriers like Aramex, DHL etc. Australia Shipping: Shipments to A+NZ are dispatched from India via India Post, and couriers like Aramex, DHL etc. Larger shipments weighing around 20 pounds or more will be shipped directly from India via expedited mode. Shipments to all other countries will be shipped from our warehouse in India with valid tracking information. Delivery time: US delivery takes around 2-10 days. UK delivery takes around 2-3 weeks. ANZ delivery takes around 3-4 weeks. and 3-6 weeks for other countries. ReturnsReturns are accepted for the following conditions only: Item damaged in transit. ISBN number mismatch. Edition mismatch. Version mismatch. Returns NOT accepted for the following conditions (not limited to). Number of pages mismatch Weight mismatch Cover design mismatch (Cover design changes sometimes with reprints.) On grounds like: print too small, Paper too thin etc. These are decided by the publisher, we have no influence on it. Refund on ground that books are prints for sale in Indian Subcontinent only. Please note that the sale will be billed in India and then shipped abroad. PaymentPayment as advised by Ebay Please contact us if you have any questions. FeedbackBefore leaving a negative feedback, Please email us directly about your concern, we will do our best to resolve it.

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