
Nothing Is Too Wonderful to Be True
Philip Morrison(Author)
American Institute of Physics (Publisher)
1st Edition
Published on 8. May 1997
Book
Hardback
XII, 446 pages
978-1-56396-363-6 (ISBN)
Description
Here is a provocative collection of essays by Philip Morrison, widely known for his work on the Manhattan project, and later for his involvement in quantum and nuclear physics and high energy astrophysics. Morrison offers a stimulating look at diverse subjects ranging from cosmology (particularly interstellar communication) to nuclear disarmament to creative ways of teaching science. He also offers his own perspective on his inspiring friendships with Niels Bohr, Richard Feynman, Bernard Peters, and other physics giants.
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Series
Edition
1995
Language
English
Place of publication
NY
United States
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Popular/general
Illustrations
XII, 446 p.
Dimensions
Height: 241 mm
Width: 160 mm
Thickness: 31 mm
Weight
857 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-56396-363-6 (9781563963636)
Schweitzer Classification